Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs Hitachi ZX85USB-6
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator. The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | Hitachi ZX85USB-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 8,430 - 9,060kg |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 42.4kW |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3,910 - 4,510mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, Hitachi ZX85USB-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX75US-5 if...
A 7-8 tonne excavator with a reduced tail swing radius, letting it work close to walls and in restricted urban sites. A common size in UK plant hire fleets for groundworks and drainage.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Buy or hire the ZX85USB-6 if...
A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the Hitachi ZX85USB-6?
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.
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