Head to head
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 vs Kubota K008-5
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 has 35kW more power.
Last reviewed 2 November 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 has 35kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX85USB-6 | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,430 - 9,060kg | 975kg |
| Dig depth | 3,910 - 4,510mm | 1,720mm |
| Engine power | 42.4kW | 7.6kW |
Sources: Hitachi ZX85USB-6, Kubota K008-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX85USB-6 if...
- you want one that has 35kW more power
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 K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 and the Kubota K008-5?
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 has 35kW more power. The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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