Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs JCB 3CX Compact
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 19kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 19kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | JCB 3CX Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 6070 kg |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 55 kW |
| Dig depth | - | 5 m |
| Travel Speed | - | 40 kph |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, JCB 3CX Compact. 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 19kW 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 3CX Compact if...
Aimed at utility, highways and town-centre work where a full-size backhoe will not fit. Used for trenching, loading and breaking out on narrow roads, estates and tight sites.
Full 3CX Compact specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the JCB 3CX Compact?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 19kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide.
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