Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 7,030kg. The Yanmar SV17VT has 71kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 7,030kg.
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 71kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 7,030kg
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 SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 71kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 7,030kg. The Yanmar SV17VT has 71kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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