Head to head
Caterpillar 352F vs Hitachi ZX225US-7
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 352F | Hitachi ZX225US-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 115,700lb (~52.5 tonnes) | 24,800 - 29,100kg |
| Engine | Cat C13 ACERT, 417hp net | - |
| Fuel capacity | 190 US gallons | - |
| Max travel speed | 2.9mph | - |
| Dig depth | - | 6,120mm |
| Engine power | - | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) |
Sources: Caterpillar 352F, Hitachi ZX225US-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 ZX225US-7 if...
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 Caterpillar 352F and the Hitachi ZX225US-7?
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator; the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator.
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