Head to head
Hitachi ZX145W-6 vs JCB 535-95
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 535-95 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) | 55kW (75hp), Stage V compliant |
| Operating weight | 15,000 - 17,200kg | - |
| Dig depth | 5,520 - 5,770mm | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX145W-6, JCB 535-95. 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 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.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX145W-6 and the JCB 535-95?
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 50kW more power. The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator; the JCB 535-95 is a telescopic handler (telehandler).
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