Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs MTS Dino 5
The MTS Dino 5 has 256kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 256kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | MTS Dino 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 330 kW (triple fan system) |
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | - |
| Tank capacity | - | 12 m3 |
| Suction hose diameter | - | 250mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, MTS Dino 5. 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 Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 256kW more power
The Dino 5 suits utility and drainage contractors who need to expose buried pipes and cables without a digger, using suction rather than a bucket to avoid damaging services. Its triple-fan system is built for contractors who need strong continuous suction on site rather than the largest tank on offer.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the MTS Dino 5?
The MTS Dino 5 has 256kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the MTS Dino 5 is a a truck-mounted suction excavator from German manufacturer MTS, part of its Dino range for vacuum excavation and drainage work..
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