Head to head
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 vs Niftylift HR15 4x4
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 9.6 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 9.6 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 | Niftylift HR15 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 14,100 - 16,300kg | 4,500kg diesel, 4,800kg hybrid, stated as minimum |
| Dig depth | 5,310 - 5,800mm | - |
| Engine power | 74kW | - |
| Working height | - | 15.7m (51ft 6in) |
| Working outreach | - | 9.4m (31ft) |
| Platform capacity | - | 225kg |
Sources: Hitachi ZX130LCN-7, Niftylift HR15 4x4. 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 9.6 tonnes
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 HR15 4x4 if...
A British-built boom lift favoured by hire fleets for its narrow 2m width and tight turning circle, which let it reach working heights that normally require a much larger machine on a more constrained site. The flexible boom design allows working up and over obstacles.
Full HR15 4x4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 and the Niftylift HR15 4x4?
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 9.6 tonnes. The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift.
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