Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs Hitachi ZX75US-5
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 32kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 32kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | Hitachi ZX75US-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 8730kg (19,244lb) |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 42.4kW (56.9hp) |
| Max digging depth | - | 4.61m (15'1") |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, Hitachi ZX75US-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX135USB-7 if...
- you want one that has 32kW more power
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
Buy or hire the ZX75US-5 if...
A 7-8 tonne excavator with a reduced tail swing radius, letting it work close to walls and in restricted urban sites. A common size in UK plant hire fleets for groundworks and drainage.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the Hitachi ZX75US-5?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 32kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator.
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