Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 22,410kg and has 110kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 22,410kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 2,390kg |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 18.9kW |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, JCB STH-2S5 Swivel. 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 22,410kg
- you want one that has 110kW 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 STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 22,410kg and has 110kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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