Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 480kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 480kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX135USB-7 if...
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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 480kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 480kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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