Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 111kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 111kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 3550kg (7826lb) |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 17.7kW (23.7hp) |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
| Max digging depth | - | up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX225US-7 if...
- you want one that has 111kW more power
For contractors working in restricted yards or alongside live structures who still need the dig performance of a 20-tonne-plus machine. The reduced tail swing keeps the counterweight closer to the tracks than a standard crawler excavator of this size.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the R35Z-9 if...
A compact, zero tail swing mini digger sized for domestic gardens, landscaping and utility work where space is tight. Widely used by small plant hire firms and groundworkers.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 111kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator.
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