Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 58kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 58kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, Yanmar ViO26-6. 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 58kW 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 ViO26-6 if...
A 2.6-tonne zero-tailswing mini digger widely used by plant hire firms for groundwork in tight spaces such as gardens and driveways, where its lack of rear overhang keeps it clear of walls and fences while slewing.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 58kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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