Head to head
Case Construction Equipment CX25D vs Hitachi ZX135W-7
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 91kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 91kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Case Construction Equipment CX25D | Hitachi ZX135W-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,710kg (cab) / 2,580kg (canopy) | 14,500 - 15,900kg |
| Engine power | 18.4hp (Yanmar 3TNV76, Stage V) | 105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249) |
| Max dig depth | 2,700mm | - |
Sources: Case Construction Equipment CX25D, Hitachi ZX135W-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CX25D if...
A compact mini excavator sized for tight gardens, drainage runs and small groundworks jobs rather than large site cuts. Its sub-3-tonne operating weight lets it travel on a plant trailer behind a car-derived van, which is why small tool and plant hire firms keep one alongside larger diggers.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the ZX135W-7 if...
- you want one that has 91kW more power
A road-legal wheeled excavator for contractors who need to self-drive between sites without a low-loader, such as utilities and highways crews. The short-tail-swing design keeps it usable on narrow verges and in traffic-managed lanes.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Case Construction Equipment CX25D and the Hitachi ZX135W-7?
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 91kW more power. The Case Construction Equipment CX25D is a 2.5 tonne mini excavator; the Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator.
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