Earthmoving Machines
Hitachi ZX27U Excavator (2025)
Explore the Hitachi ZX27U mini excavator: compact power for South African sites. Detailed specs, typical applications, maintenance, and buying tips for contractors.
Model + price
- Model
- Hitachi ZX27U
- Price range
- R 344 000 - R 516 000
Market price score
1/10
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Signals
- Demand
- HIGH
- Year range
- 2025
- Weight (kg)
- 2970
Years produced
2025–2025
- Current Generation: 2025–presentRepresents the latest iteration of the ZX27U, incorporating modern engine technology and operator comfort features.
The ZX27U is a relatively recent or updated model, reflecting current design and emission standards.
Key specs
- Year range
- 2025
- Operating Weight
- 2,970 kg
- Engine Power
- 15.6 kW (21.2 hp)
- Bucket Capacity
- 0.04 - 0.08 m³(est.)
- Max Digging Depth
- 2.8 - 3.0 m(est.)
- Max Digging Reach
- 4.8 - 5.0 m(est.)
- Tail Swing Radius
- Zero Tail Swing
- Travel Speed (High)
- 4.5 km/h(est.)
- Travel Speed (Low)
- 2.5 km/h(est.)
- Overall Width
- 1,500 mm(est.)
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