Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 24kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,745kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 24kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 4,745kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 18.5 kW |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. 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 24kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,745kg
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 ECR40 if...
A short swing radius compact excavator for trenching, landscaping and building work in confined spaces. Contractors and hire fleets use it where a 4 tonne digger is needed close to walls and traffic.
Full ECR40 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 24kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,745kg. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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