Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Kubota K008-5
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 23,825kg 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 23,825kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 121kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 digs 4.4m (14.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 975kg |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | 1,720mm |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 7.6kW |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Kubota K008-5. 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 23,825kg
- you want one that has 121kW more power
- you want one that digs 4.4m (14.5ft) deeper
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 K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Kubota K008-5?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 23,825kg and has 121kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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