Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 55kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 55kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 55kW 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 ViO38-6 if...
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 55kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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