Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Kubota K008-3
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 23,820kg and has 121kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 23,820kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 121kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Kubota K008-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 980kg |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 10.2PS |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Kubota K008-3. 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 23,820kg
- you want one that has 121kW 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 K008-3 if...
A micro digger. At 980kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- South East Plant Hire Ltd - Dartford, Eynsford
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Kubota K008-3?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 23,820kg and has 121kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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