Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 6,340kg and has 24kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 6,340kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 24kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 2,390kg |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 18.9kW |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, JCB STH-2S5 Swivel. 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 6,340kg
- you want one that has 24kW 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 STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 6,340kg and has 24kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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