Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs Volvo A25G
The Volvo A25G has 160kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo A25G has 160kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, Volvo A25G. 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 A25G if...
- you want one that has 160kW more power
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the Volvo A25G?
The Volvo A25G has 160kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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