Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs Kubota K008-3
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 7,750kg and has 35kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 7,750kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 35kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | Kubota K008-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 980kg |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 10.2PS |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, Kubota K008-3. 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 7,750kg
- you want one that has 35kW 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 K008-3 if...
A micro digger. At 980kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
- South East Plant Hire Ltd - Dartford, Eynsford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the Kubota K008-3?
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 7,750kg and has 35kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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