Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 2,890kg and has 7kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 2,890kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 7kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 5,840 kg |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 35.5 kW |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.11 m3 |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58. 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 2,890kg
- you want one that has 7kW 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 ECR58 if...
A short swing radius excavator for groundworks, drainage and roadside utility trenching where the rear of the machine must stay close to the tracks. Contractors and hire fleets use it as a larger compact digger.
Full ECR58 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58?
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 2,890kg and has 7kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 is a 5.8 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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