Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Mecalac TA6
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 73kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 73kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Mecalac TA6. 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 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 TA6 if...
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Mecalac TA6?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 73kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
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