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Hitachi ZX145W-6 vs Kubota U10-5
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator. The Kubota U10-5 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX145W-6 | Kubota U10-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 5,520 - 5,770mm | 1800mm |
| Operating weight | 15,000 - 17,200kg | - |
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX145W-6, Kubota U10-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX145W-6 if...
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 U10-5 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. In this size it digs to 1800mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX145W-6 and the Kubota U10-5?
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator; the Kubota U10-5 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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