Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Kubota KX080-4a
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 16,560kg and has 82kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 16,560kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 82kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Kubota KX080-4a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 8240kg |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 63.2PS |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Kubota KX080-4a. 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 16,560kg
- you want one that has 82kW 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 KX080-4a if...
A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 8.2 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Kubota KX080-4a?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 16,560kg and has 82kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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