Hitachi ZX135US-6 Excavator Specs

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: Hitachi ➔
Model: ZX135US-6 ➔

The Hitachi ZX135US-6 is a compact-radius hydraulic excavator in Hitachi's ZX-6 series, designed for construction, utility, and urban earthmoving applications. It features a short tail swing design for operation in confined spaces while maintaining digging performance and stability. The ZX135US-6 is typically equipped with a fuel-efficient diesel engine, advanced hydraulic controls, and a reinforced undercarriage for durability on demanding job sites. Common uses include trenching, site preparation, material handling, and general excavation. As a mid-size excavator, it is suited to contractors requiring maneuverability, productivity, and reliable performance in restricted work areas.

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Hitachi ZX135US-6 Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1 specifications
Arm Digging Force - ISO	15,511.90 lbs (7,034.88 kg)
Arm Digging Force - SAE	15,062.20 lbs (6,830.93 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - ISO	23,380.20 lbs (10,603.27 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - SAE	20,457.70 lbs (9,277.87 kg)
Max Cutting Height	30.50 ft (9.30 m)
Max Digging Depth	18.10 ft (5.52 m)
Max Digging Reach	27.60 ft (8.41 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	27.10 ft (8.26 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	15.60 ft (4.75 m)
Max.Dumping Height	22.50 ft (6.86 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Hitachi ZX135US-6 Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2 specifications
Arm Digging Force - ISO	13,713.40 lbs (6,219.23 kg)
Arm Digging Force - SAE	13,488.60 lbs (6,117.28 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - ISO	23,380.20 lbs (10,603.27 kg)
Bucket Digging Force - SAE	20,457.70 lbs (9,277.87 kg)
Max Cutting Height	31.80 ft (9.69 m)
Max Digging Depth	19.70 ft (6.00 m)
Max Digging Reach	29.10 ft (8.87 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	28.70 ft (8.75 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	17.10 ft (5.21 m)
Max.Dumping Height	23.70 ft (7.22 m)
Minimum swing radius	96.50 in (245.11 cm)

Capacities

Hitachi ZX135US-6 Excavator Capacities specifications
Cooling system	5.60 gal (21.20 l)
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank	3.20 gal (12.11 l)
Engine oil with filter	4.50 gal (17.03 l)
Fuel Tank	58.20 gal (220.29 l)
Hydraulic system	41.00 gal (155.19 l)
Hydraulic Tank	15.90 gal (60.18 l)
Propel	1.10 gal (4.16 l)
Swing drive	0.90 gal (3.41 l)

Cylinders

Hitachi ZX135US-6 Excavator Cylinders specifications
Bore (Arm)	4.60 in (11.68 cm)
Bore (Boom)	4.20 in (10.67 cm)
Bore (Bucket)	4.00 in (10.16 cm)
Rod Diameter (Arm)	2.80 in (7.11 cm)
Rod Diameter (Boom)	2.80 in (7.11 cm)
Rod Diameter (Bucket)	34.50 in (87.63 cm)
Stroke (Arm)	3.20 in (8.13 cm)
Stroke (Boom)	37.10 in (94.23 cm)
Stroke (Bucket)	2.80 in (7.11 cm)

Dimensions

Hitachi ZX135US-6 Excavator Dimensions specifications
Cab Height	9.50 ft (2.90 m)
Counterweight Clearance	2.80 ft (0.85 m)
Ground Clearance	1.40 ft (0.43 m)
Length	2,901.60 in (7,370.06 cm)
Undercarriage Overall Length	11.80 ft (3.60 m)

Electrical System

Hitachi ZX135US-6 Excavator Electrical System specifications
Alternator rating	50 amp
Batteries	2 volts
Battery capacity	3000CCA
Work Lights	2 halogen

Engine

Hitachi ZX135US-6 Excavator Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbocharged and charged air cooled
Cooling system	Direct-drive suction-type fan
Displacement	183.10 cu in (3,000.48 cu cm)
Emissions level	EPA Final Tier 4 / EU Stage IV
Engine Make	Isuzu
Engine Model	4JJ1
Net Power	101.00 hp (75.32 kw)
Off-Level Capacity	70%
Power Measured @	2000 rpm

Hydraulic System

Hitachi ZX135US-6 Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Controls	Pilot levers
Implement - Operating Pressure	4975 psi
Main pump type	2 variable-displacement axial-piston pumps
Travel - Operating Pressure	5047 psi

Operating Specifications

Hitachi ZX135US-6 Excavator Operating Specifications specifications
Operating Weight	30,644.30 lbs (13,897.64 kg)

Swing Mechanism

Hitachi ZX135US-6 Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed	13.3 rpm

Undercarriage

Hitachi ZX135US-6 Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Drawbar Pull	11,216.00 lbs (5,086.62 kg)
Max Travel Speed	3.50 mph (5.63 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side	1
Number of Shoes per Side	44
Number of Track Rollers per Side	7

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