Head to head
Comacchio GEO 900 vs Hitachi ZX135USB-7
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Comacchio GEO 900 | Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 126-180kW (169-240hp) | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) |
| Weight | 16-18 tonnes | - |
| Torque range | 1,300-1,520 daNm | - |
| Feed stroke | 4,000-7,000mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 13,800 - 16,000kg |
Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, Hitachi ZX135USB-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.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
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 Comacchio GEO 900 and the Hitachi ZX135USB-7?
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.
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