Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs SANY SY26U
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 22,140kg and has 114kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 22,140kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 114kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 digs 3.31m (11ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 2,660 kg |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | 2,810 mm |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, SANY SY26U. 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 22,140kg
- you want one that has 114kW more power
- you want one that digs 3.31m (11ft) 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 SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the SANY SY26U?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 22,140kg and has 114kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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