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Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 vs Hitachi ZX85USB-6

The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 32kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,670kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi ZX130LCN-7
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 - image: Hitachi
Hitachi ZX85USB-6
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 - image: Barnes Plant Sales Ltd

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX130LCN-7Hitachi ZX85USB-6
Operating weight14,100 - 16,300kg8,430 - 9,060kg
Dig depth5,310 - 5,800mm3,910 - 4,510mm
Engine power74kW42.4kW

Sources: Hitachi ZX130LCN-7, Hitachi ZX85USB-6. 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 has 32kW more power
  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,670kg

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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Buy or hire the ZX85USB-6 if...

A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.

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Full ZX85USB-6 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 and the Hitachi ZX85USB-6?

The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 32kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,670kg. The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.

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