Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs JCB 35Z-1
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power and digs 2.64m (8.5ft) 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 2.64m (8.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | JCB 35Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 3556 kg |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | 3.48 m |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 18.4 kW |
| Dump height | - | 3.53 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, JCB 35Z-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 2.64m (8.5ft) 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 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the JCB 35Z-1?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power and digs 2.64m (8.5ft) deeper. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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