Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs JCB 525-60
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 73kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 73kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | JCB 525-60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 5490 kg |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 55 kW |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
| Max. Lift Capacity | - | 2500 kg |
| Max. Lift Height | - | 6 m |
| Max. Reach | - | 3.06 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, JCB 525-60. 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 73kW 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 525-60 if...
A compact telehandler for builders, roofers and merchants lifting pallets and materials on housing and refurbishment sites, and for yard and farm loading. Its low height and narrow width suit restricted access.
Full 525-60 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the JCB 525-60?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 73kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler.
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