Head to head
Hitachi ZX135W-7 vs Yanmar ViO23-6
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 90kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 90kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135W-7 | Yanmar ViO23-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 14,500 - 15,900kg | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) |
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249) | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 2450 / 2655 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135W-7, Yanmar ViO23-6. 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 90kW 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 ViO23-6 if...
A compact mini excavator that keeps within its track width when slewing, used by landscapers, groundworkers and hire fleets for work beside walls, fences and buildings. It can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full ViO23-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX135W-7 and the Yanmar ViO23-6?
The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 90kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator; the Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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