Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs SANY SY26U
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 11,140kg and has 59kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 11,140kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 59kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 2,660 kg |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,810 mm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, SANY SY26U. 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 11,140kg
- you want one that has 59kW 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 SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the SANY SY26U?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 11,140kg and has 59kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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