Earthmoving Machines
Hitachi ZX85USB-5N Excavator (2025)
Detailed specifications, pricing, and operational insights for the Hitachi ZX85USB-5N compact excavator in the South African market. Ideal for tight spaces and diverse construction tasks.
Model + price
- Model
- Hitachi ZX85USB-5N
- Price range
- R 960 000 - R 1 440 000
Market price score
5/10
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Signals
- Demand
- HIGH
- Year range
- 2025
- Weight (kg)
- 8143
Years produced
2025–2025
- Initial Release: 2025–presentThe ZX85USB-5N is a recent iteration, building on previous 'Dash 5' series improvements with enhanced emissions compliance and operational refinements for global markets, including South Africa.
This model is a current production offering, with potential for ongoing refinements.
Key specs
- Year range
- 2025
- Operating Weight
- 8,143 kg
- Engine Power
- 42.4 kW (57 hp)(est.)
- Bucket Capacity Range
- 0.15 - 0.33 m³(est.)
- Max Digging Depth
- 4.5 - 4.8 m(est.)
- Max Reach at Ground Level
- 7.0 - 7.3 m(est.)
- Tail Swing Radius
- 1.2 - 1.3 m(est.)
- Travel Speed (High)
- 4.5 - 5.0 km/h(est.)
- Track Shoe Width
- 450 mm(est.)
- Overall Width
- 2.3 - 2.4 m(est.)
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