Head to head
Hitachi ZX75US-5 vs Yanmar ViO33-6
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 5,575kg and has 24kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 5,575kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX75US-5 has 24kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX75US-5 | Yanmar ViO33-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8730kg (19,244lb) | 3155 kg (canopy) / 3275 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 42.4kW (56.9hp) | 18.5 kW / 24.8 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Max digging depth | 4.61m (15'1") | - |
| Breakout force | - | 29.9 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 41 l |
Sources: Hitachi ZX75US-5, Yanmar ViO33-6. 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 5,575kg
- you want one that has 24kW 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 ViO33-6 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for groundworkers, utility contractors and hire fleets on trenching, drainage and foundations beside walls and fences. Suits urban sites with limited space.
Full ViO33-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX75US-5 and the Yanmar ViO33-6?
The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 5,575kg and has 24kW more power. The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator; the Yanmar ViO33-6 is a 3.2 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.
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