Used Hitachi ZX135US: 26 live listings, €40k–€130k

How much does a used Hitachi ZX135US cost in Europe?

Across independent European dealers, used Hitachi ZX135US listings currently run from €39,500 to €129,500, with a market average around €89,304. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 26 active listings, refreshed daily.

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Specification · Comparison

How the ZX135US lines up in its class.

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Hitachi

ZX135US

At a glance

Weight class

14 t

13.5 t

14 t

Power

Engine

Isuzu AJ-4JJ1X

Cat C3.6

Mitsubishi D04FD-TAA

Power

88–125 hp

110 hp

102–116 hp

Dimensions

Operating weight

13,398–13,900 kg

13,500 kg

13,500–14,200 kg

Length

7,290–7,370 mm

—

7,820 mm

Width

2,490–2,690 mm

2,490 mm

2,490–2,600 mm

Height

2,740–2,840 mm

2,820 mm

2,790–2,860 mm

Transport length

7,370 mm

7,690 mm

7,820–7,860 mm

Working range

Bucket capacity

0.54–0.61 m³

0.53 m³

0.32–0.72 m³

Max dig depth

5,530–5,980 mm

5,140 mm

5,200–5,550 mm

Max reach

8,160–8,860 mm

7,790 mm

7,780–8,270 mm

Drive

Travel speed

5–5.5 km/h

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3.2–5.5 km/h

Market

Market average ask · EU

€89k

€63k

€25k

Price range

€40k – €130k

€43k – €90k

€24k – €26k

Active listings

26

18

2

About · Hitachi ZX135US

Overview

The Hitachi ZX135US is a short-radius crawler excavator in the 13-tonne class, designed to combine a compact tail swing with mid-size digging performance. It operates at 13,398 kg and delivers 125 hp, positioning it at the productive end of the sub-15-tonne segment. A standard bucket capacity of 0.61 m3 supports efficient cycle times across a broad range of earthmoving tasks. The short-radius configuration is the defining class characteristic, allowing operation in confined or urban environments without sacrificing the power output typical of larger machines.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

The ZX135US is suited to urban construction, utility trenching, road rehabilitation, and site preparation work where swing clearance is restricted. Its weight class and bucket size make it productive for foundation excavation, drainage installation, and landscaping on mid-scale projects. The machine is also regularly deployed in pipeline work and municipal infrastructure contracts where site access is constrained.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

Inspect the undercarriage thoroughly, as track components represent a significant portion of reconditioning cost on any crawler excavator in this weight class. Check sprockets, rollers, idlers, and track links for wear, and assess whether remaining service life aligns with intended use. Review all available service records and verify that hydraulic hoses, cylinders, and the slew ring show no evidence of leaks or play. On short-radius machines, the tail swing and boom geometry should be checked for structural integrity, particularly if the machine has worked on restricted urban sites. Confirm that any fitted attachments are properly matched to the auxiliary hydraulic circuit and that pin and bushing wear on the arm and bucket linkage is within acceptable limits. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent engineer is advisable for units with no documented maintenance history.

Current market

Price position

The ZX135US competes directly with the Caterpillar 313 and the Hyundai R140 in the short-radius 13-tonne segment. Against the Caterpillar 313, the ZX135US holds a slight advantage in operating weight and rated power, which can translate to greater stability and breakout force on demanding ground. The Hyundai R140 is closely matched on weight class and is typically cross-shopped on the basis of dealer support availability and attachment compatibility. Within this segment, the attributes that move a unit within its price band are accumulated hours, undercarriage condition, the presence of a quick coupler, the range of work tools supplied, regional service network access, and whether the machine has been maintained to a documented service schedule. Configuration details such as long-arm or enhanced hydraulic flow options also influence where a unit sits relative to others of the same model and year.

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