Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs Takeuchi TB230
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator. The Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 2875 kg |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2835 mm |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, Takeuchi TB230. 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 TB230 if...
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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