Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs JCB 535-95
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 535-95 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 55kW (75hp), Stage V compliant |
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | - |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, JCB 535-95. 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 535-95 if...
A mid-size telehandler used on building sites and farms to lift and place pallets, muck-away skips and building materials at height and reach. Plant hire fleets keep it as a general-purpose lifting machine alongside dedicated forklifts.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the JCB 535-95?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 73kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the JCB 535-95 is a telescopic handler (telehandler).
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