Head to head
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 vs Hitachi ZX135USB-7
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 300kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 300kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 | Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 14,100 - 16,300kg | 13,800 - 16,000kg |
| Engine power | 74kW | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) |
| Dig depth | 5,310 - 5,800mm | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX130LCN-7, Hitachi ZX135USB-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX130LCN-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 300kg
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.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
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 Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 and the Hitachi ZX135USB-7?
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 300kg. The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.
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