Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs Takeuchi TB250-2
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator. The Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | Takeuchi TB250-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 5120kg |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | - |
| Ground reach | - | 5985mm |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 37.2 kN |
| Arm digging force | - | 22.9 kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, Takeuchi TB250-2. 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 TB250-2 if...
A 5 tonne tracked excavator with a short tail swing, suited to groundworks, civils and utility work in tight sites. Plant hire firms and contractors use this size for trenching, drainage and foundation digging.
Full TB250-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the Takeuchi TB250-2?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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