Head to head
Caterpillar 352F vs Hitachi ZX135USB-7
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 352F | Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 115,700lb (~52.5 tonnes) | 13,800 - 16,000kg |
| Engine | Cat C13 ACERT, 417hp net | - |
| Fuel capacity | 190 US gallons | - |
| Max travel speed | 2.9mph | - |
| Engine power | - | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) |
Sources: Caterpillar 352F, Hitachi ZX135USB-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 352F if...
A large excavator for bulk earthmoving and quarry-scale digging rather than site groundworks. Contractors hire it for big-volume dig and load jobs where a mid-size machine would be too slow.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Buy or hire the ZX135USB-7 if...
Built for sites with tight working margins - roadside, urban and confined yards - where a swinging counterweight would foul walls, parked vehicles or passing traffic. Popular with utility and demolition contractors working close to structures.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 352F and the Hitachi ZX135USB-7?
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator; the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.
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