Head to head
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 785kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 785kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 14,100 - 16,300kg | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 74kW | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 5,310 - 5,800mm | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX130LCN-7, Merlo TF42.7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Buy or hire the TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 785kW more power
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 785kW more power. The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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