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Comacchio GEO 900 vs Hitachi ZX130LCN-7

The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

GEO 900
Comacchio GEO 900
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 - image: Hitachi

Specifications side by side

Comacchio GEO 900Hitachi ZX130LCN-7
Engine power126-180kW (169-240hp)74kW
Weight16-18 tonnes-
Torque range1,300-1,520 daNm-
Feed stroke4,000-7,000mm-
Operating weight-14,100 - 16,300kg
Dig depth-5,310 - 5,800mm

Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, Hitachi ZX130LCN-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the GEO 900 if...

A crawler-mounted rig for geotechnical investigation, water well and geothermal drilling, adaptable to several drilling methods on the same base machine. Ground investigation and specialist drilling contractors hire it rather than general groundworks firms.

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Buy or hire the ZX130LCN-7 if...

Aimed at groundworkers and civils contractors who want a mid-size machine with the extra stability of a long-track (LCN) undercarriage. It suits drainage, footings and utility work on soft or made-up ground where a standard-width excavator would struggle.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Comacchio GEO 900 and the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7?

The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator.

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