Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 817kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 930kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 817kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 930kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, Merlo TF42.7. 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 930kg
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 TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 817kW more power
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 817kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 930kg. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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