Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs John Deere 6170R
The John Deere 6170R has 83kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the John Deere 6170R has 83kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | John Deere 6170R | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 125kW (170hp) |
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | - |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, John Deere 6170R. 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 6170R if...
- you want one that has 83kW more power
A mid-size utility tractor used on plant-hire fleets for towing plant trailers, running PTO-driven attachments and general groundwork traction where a dedicated construction tractor unit isn't justified. Suits contractors who need towing capacity rather than pure horsepower.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the John Deere 6170R?
The John Deere 6170R has 83kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the John Deere 6170R is a 170hp agricultural tractor.
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