Head to head
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 vs JCB 535-95
The JCB 535-95 has 13kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 535-95 has 13kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX85USB-6 | JCB 535-95 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 42.4kW | 55kW (75hp), Stage V compliant |
| Operating weight | 8,430 - 9,060kg | - |
| Dig depth | 3,910 - 4,510mm | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX85USB-6, JCB 535-95. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX85USB-6 if...
A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 535-95 if...
- you want one that has 13kW more power
A mid-size telehandler used on building sites and farms to lift and place pallets, muck-away skips and building materials at height and reach. Plant hire fleets keep it as a general-purpose lifting machine alongside dedicated forklifts.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 and the JCB 535-95?
The JCB 535-95 has 13kW more power. The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the JCB 535-95 is a telescopic handler (telehandler).
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