Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Volvo A30G
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator. The Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Volvo A30G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | approx. 52,029lb (23.6 tonnes) |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | - |
| Transport dimensions | - | 33ft 9in x 9ft 8in x 11ft 1in |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Volvo A30G. 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 A30G if...
A mid-size articulated hauler for moving spoil and aggregate over rough or soft haul roads. Quarry and large groundworks contractors hire it for higher-volume material movement than a rigid dumper allows.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Volvo A30G?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.
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