Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 426kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 426kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX225US-7 if...
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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 426kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 426kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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