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Hitachi ZX135W-7 vs JCB 535-95

The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 50kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX135W-7JCB 535-95
Engine power105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249)55kW (75hp), Stage V compliant
Operating weight14,500 - 15,900kg-

Sources: Hitachi ZX135W-7, JCB 535-95. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the ZX135W-7 if...

  • you want one that has 50kW more power

A road-legal wheeled excavator for contractors who need to self-drive between sites without a low-loader, such as utilities and highways crews. The short-tail-swing design keeps it usable on narrow verges and in traffic-managed lanes.

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Buy or hire the 535-95 if...

A mid-size telehandler used on building sites and farms to lift and place pallets, muck-away skips and building materials at height and reach. Plant hire fleets keep it as a general-purpose lifting machine alongside dedicated forklifts.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135W-7 and the JCB 535-95?

The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 50kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator; the JCB 535-95 is a telescopic handler (telehandler).

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