Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 8,960kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 8,960kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 4,840kg |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 3,191 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel. 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 is the bigger machine by 8,960kg
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 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 8,960kg. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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