Head to head
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 vs Kubota U48-4
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is the bigger machine by 3,655kg and has 13kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is the bigger machine by 3,655kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 has 13kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX85USB-6 | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,430 - 9,060kg | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 42.4kW | 40.5PS |
| Dig depth | 3,910 - 4,510mm | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX85USB-6, Kubota U48-4. 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 is the bigger machine by 3,655kg
- you want one that has 13kW 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
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the U48-4 if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.8 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 and the Kubota U48-4?
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is the bigger machine by 3,655kg and has 13kW more power. The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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