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Hitachi ZX85USB-6 vs MTS Dino 5

The MTS Dino 5 has 288kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi ZX85USB-6
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 - image: Barnes Plant Sales Ltd
MTS Dino 5
MTS Dino 5 - image: McGovern Plant Hire

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX85USB-6MTS Dino 5
Engine power42.4kW330 kW (triple fan system)
Operating weight8,430 - 9,060kg-
Dig depth3,910 - 4,510mm-
Tank capacity-12 m3
Suction hose diameter-250mm

Sources: Hitachi ZX85USB-6, MTS Dino 5. 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.

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Buy or hire the Dino 5 if...

  • you want one that has 288kW more power

The Dino 5 suits utility and drainage contractors who need to expose buried pipes and cables without a digger, using suction rather than a bucket to avoid damaging services. Its triple-fan system is built for contractors who need strong continuous suction on site rather than the largest tank on offer.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 and the MTS Dino 5?

The MTS Dino 5 has 288kW more power. The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the MTS Dino 5 is a a truck-mounted suction excavator from German manufacturer MTS, part of its Dino range for vacuum excavation and drainage work..

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