Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Takeuchi TB230
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 digs 3.29m (11ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 digs 3.29m (11ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 2875 kg |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | 2835 mm |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | - |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Takeuchi TB230. 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 digs 3.29m (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 TB230 if...
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 digs 3.29m (11ft) deeper. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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