Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 512kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 3,880kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 512kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 3,880kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. 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 3,880kg
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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 512kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 512kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 3,880kg. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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