Head to head
Hitachi ZX135W-7 vs Kubota K008-5
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 is the bigger machine by 13,525kg and has 97kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX135W-7 is the bigger machine by 13,525kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 97kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135W-7 | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 14,500 - 15,900kg | 975kg |
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249) | 7.6kW |
| Dig depth | - | 1,720mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135W-7, Kubota K008-5. 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 is the bigger machine by 13,525kg
- you want one that has 97kW 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.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135W-7 and the Kubota K008-5?
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 is the bigger machine by 13,525kg and has 97kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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