Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 93kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026

Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 93kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 5,840 kg |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 35.5 kW |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.11 m3 |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58. 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 has 93kW more power
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 ECR58 if...
A short swing radius excavator for groundworks, drainage and roadside utility trenching where the rear of the machine must stay close to the tracks. Contractors and hire fleets use it as a larger compact digger.
Full ECR58 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 93kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 is a 5.8 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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