Head to head
Caterpillar 352F vs Hitachi ZX135W-7
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator. The Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 352F | Hitachi ZX135W-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 115,700lb (~52.5 tonnes) | 14,500 - 15,900kg |
| Engine | Cat C13 ACERT, 417hp net | - |
| Fuel capacity | 190 US gallons | - |
| Max travel speed | 2.9mph | - |
| Engine power | - | 105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249) |
Sources: Caterpillar 352F, Hitachi ZX135W-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 ZX135W-7 if...
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 Caterpillar 352F and the Hitachi ZX135W-7?
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator; the Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator.
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