Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs Kubota U36-4
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 25kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,975kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 25kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 4,975kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | Kubota U36-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 3755 kg |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 17.8 kw |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3410 mm |
| Width | - | 1700 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, Kubota U36-4. 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 has 25kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,975kg
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 U36-4 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.
Full U36-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the Kubota U36-4?
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 25kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,975kg. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator.
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