Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs JCB 535-95
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 535-95 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 55kW (75hp), Stage V compliant |
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, JCB 535-95. 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 535-95 if...
A mid-size telehandler used on building sites and farms to lift and place pallets, muck-away skips and building materials at height and reach. Plant hire fleets keep it as a general-purpose lifting machine alongside dedicated forklifts.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the JCB 535-95?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 19kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the JCB 535-95 is a telescopic handler (telehandler).
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