Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Hitachi ZX225US-7
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power and digs 3.0m (10ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 digs 3.0m (10ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Hitachi ZX225US-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 24,800 - 29,100kg |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 6,120mm |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Hitachi ZX225US-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E35z if...
A zero tail swing mini excavator for groundworks, drainage and utility work where the rear of the machine must stay inside the track width. Contractors and plant hire fleets use this class for trenching and foundations in confined sites.
Full E35z specifications →Buy or hire the ZX225US-7 if...
- you want one that has 110kW more power
- you want one that digs 3.0m (10ft) deeper
For contractors working in restricted yards or alongside live structures who still need the dig performance of a 20-tonne-plus machine. The reduced tail swing keeps the counterweight closer to the tracks than a standard crawler excavator of this size.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Hitachi ZX225US-7?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power and digs 3.0m (10ft) deeper. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator.
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