Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs JCB 9T-2
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 19.4 tonnes and has 73kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 19.4 tonnes.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 73kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | JCB 9T-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 5,400kg |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 55kW (74hp) |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
| Payload | - | 9,000kg |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, JCB 9T-2. 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 is the bigger machine by 19.4 tonnes
- 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 9T-2 if...
A high-capacity straight-tip dumper for groundworks and civils contractors moving large volumes of spoil or aggregate on bigger sites, where a smaller dumper would mean too many trips. Requires an operator holding the appropriate site dumper category.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the JCB 9T-2?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 19.4 tonnes and has 73kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the JCB 9T-2 is a 9 tonne payload site dumper.
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