Head to head
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Yanmar SV17VT has 39kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 39kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 14,100 - 16,300kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 74kW | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Dig depth | 5,310 - 5,800mm | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Hitachi ZX130LCN-7, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 39kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Yanmar SV17VT has 39kW more power. The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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