Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs JCB 16C-1
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 6,981kg and has 31kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 6,981kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 31kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | JCB 16C-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 1749 kg |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 11.7 kW |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2.57 m |
| Dump height | - | 2.63 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, JCB 16C-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX75US-5 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,981kg
- you want one that has 31kW more power
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 16C-1 if...
A small tow-behind digger for domestic groundworks, drainage and service trenches where a van or pickup is the transport. It suits hire fleets and builders working in gardens and tight side access.
Full 16C-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the JCB 16C-1?
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 6,981kg and has 31kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator.
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