Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs Takeuchi TB240
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 47kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 47kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | Takeuchi TB240 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 4070KG |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 26.7kW |
| Dig depth | - | 3465mm |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 30.8kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, Takeuchi TB240. 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 has 47kW 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 TB240 if...
A 4 tonne tracked excavator used by groundworkers, housebuilders and utility contractors for trenching, foundations and general digging. It sits between small mini diggers and 5 tonne machines in a typical UK hire fleet.
Full TB240 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the Takeuchi TB240?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 47kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Takeuchi TB240 is a 4 tonne mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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