Head to head
Hitachi ZX145W-6 vs Volvo A25G
The Volvo A25G has 129kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo A25G has 129kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX145W-6 | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 15,000 - 17,200kg | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Dig depth | 5,520 - 5,770mm | - |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX145W-6, Volvo A25G. 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 A25G if...
- you want one that has 129kW more power
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX145W-6 and the Volvo A25G?
The Volvo A25G has 129kW more power. The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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