Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs JCB 25Z-1
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power and digs 3.3m (11ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 digs 3.3m (11ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | JCB 25Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 2550 kg |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | 2.82 m |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 18.4 kW |
| Dump height | - | 3 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, JCB 25Z-1. 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 110kW more power
- you want one that digs 3.3m (11ft) deeper
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 25Z-1 if...
Used by hire firms and small contractors for patios, drainage, footings and work next to walls and fences where a zero-tailswing machine is needed. Sits in the weight class that can be towed on a trailer in restricted regions.
Full 25Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the JCB 25Z-1?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power and digs 3.3m (11ft) deeper. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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