Head to head
Comacchio GEO 900 vs Hitachi ZX225US-7
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. 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
| Comacchio GEO 900 | Hitachi ZX225US-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 126-180kW (169-240hp) | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) |
| Weight | 16-18 tonnes | - |
| Torque range | 1,300-1,520 daNm | - |
| Feed stroke | 4,000-7,000mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 24,800 - 29,100kg |
| Dig depth | - | 6,120mm |
Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, Hitachi ZX225US-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 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 Comacchio GEO 900 and the Hitachi ZX225US-7?
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator.
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