Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 15kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 15kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 15kW 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 SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 15kW more power. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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