Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs JCB 35Z-1
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 56kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 56kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | JCB 35Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 3556 kg |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 18.4 kW |
| Dig depth | - | 3.48 m |
| Dump height | - | 3.53 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, JCB 35Z-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 56kW 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 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the JCB 35Z-1?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 56kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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