Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs JCB 16C-1
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 62kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 62kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | JCB 16C-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 1749 kg |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 11.7 kW |
| Dig depth | - | 2.57 m |
| Dump height | - | 2.63 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, JCB 16C-1. 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 62kW 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 16C-1 if...
A small tow-behind digger for domestic groundworks, drainage and service trenches where a van or pickup is the transport. It suits hire fleets and builders working in gardens and tight side access.
Full 16C-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the JCB 16C-1?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 62kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator.
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