Head to head
Hitachi ZX210LC-7 vs Hitachi ZX225US-7
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 2.9 tonnes. The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 digs 6cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 2.9 tonnes.
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 digs 6cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX210LC-7 | Hitachi ZX225US-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,900 - 23,900kg | 24,800 - 29,100kg |
| Dig depth | 6,180mm | 6,120mm |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX210LC-7, Hitachi ZX225US-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX210LC-7 if...
- you want one that digs 6cm deeper
A mainstream medium excavator for groundworks, bulk dig and drainage contractors who need reliable output without stepping up to a large-plant class. A common size for muckshifting and foundation packages on housing and commercial sites.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ZX225US-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2.9 tonnes
For contractors working in restricted yards or alongside live structures who still need the dig performance of a 20-tonne-plus machine. The reduced tail swing keeps the counterweight closer to the tracks than a standard crawler excavator of this size.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 and the Hitachi ZX225US-7?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 is the bigger machine by 2.9 tonnes. The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 digs 6cm deeper. The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator.
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