Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs Kubota K008-5
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 7,755kg and has 35kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 7,755kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 35kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 975kg |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 7.6kW |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
| Dig depth | - | 1,720mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, Kubota K008-5. 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 7,755kg
- 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 K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the Kubota K008-5?
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 7,755kg and has 35kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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