Head to head
Hitachi ZX145W-6 vs JCB 525-60
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 50kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 50kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX145W-6 | JCB 525-60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 15,000 - 17,200kg | 5490 kg |
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) | 55 kW |
| Dig depth | 5,520 - 5,770mm | - |
| Max. Lift Capacity | - | 2500 kg |
| Max. Lift Height | - | 6 m |
| Max. Reach | - | 3.06 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX145W-6, JCB 525-60. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX145W-6 if...
- you want one that has 50kW more power
Suits municipal and utility contractors who need a mobile, road-going digger for drainage and reinstatement work spread across several sites in a day. The wheeled undercarriage trades some stability for speed between jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 525-60 if...
A compact telehandler for builders, roofers and merchants lifting pallets and materials on housing and refurbishment sites, and for yard and farm loading. Its low height and narrow width suit restricted access.
Full 525-60 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX145W-6 and the JCB 525-60?
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 50kW more power. The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator; the JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler.
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