Head to head
Hitachi ZX225US-7 vs Yanmar ViO38-6
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power and digs 2.83m (9.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 digs 2.83m (9.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX225US-7 | Yanmar ViO38-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 24,800 - 29,100kg | 3575 kg (canopy) / 3695 kg (cabin) |
| Dig depth | 6,120mm | 3290 mm / 3530mm* |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 18.9 kW / 25.3 HP at 2200 rpm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX225US-7, Yanmar ViO38-6. 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 110kW more power
- you want one that digs 2.83m (9.5ft) 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 ViO38-6 if...
A mid-size mini excavator for drainage, foundations and utility work where a 3 to 4 tonne machine is wanted with a short rear swing. Contractors and hire fleets use it on housing plots and roadside trenching.
Full ViO38-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX225US-7 and the Yanmar ViO38-6?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 110kW more power and digs 2.83m (9.5ft) deeper. The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator; the Yanmar ViO38-6 is a 3.8 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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