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Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs MTS Dino 5

The MTS Dino 5 has 202kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi ZX225US-7
Hitachi ZX225US-7 - image: Hitachi
MTS Dino 5
MTS Dino 5 - image: McGovern Plant Hire

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX225US-7MTS Dino 5
Engine power128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249)330 kW (triple fan system)
Operating weight24,800 - 29,100kg-
Dig depth6,120mm-
Tank capacity-12 m3
Suction hose diameter-250mm

Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, MTS Dino 5. 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.

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Buy or hire the Dino 5 if...

  • you want one that has 202kW more power

The Dino 5 suits utility and drainage contractors who need to expose buried pipes and cables without a digger, using suction rather than a bucket to avoid damaging services. Its triple-fan system is built for contractors who need strong continuous suction on site rather than the largest tank on offer.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the MTS Dino 5?

The MTS Dino 5 has 202kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the MTS Dino 5 is a a truck-mounted suction excavator from German manufacturer MTS, part of its Dino range for vacuum excavation and drainage work..

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