Construction Equipment Guide
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The Hitachi ZW160-7 is a wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, stockpiling, and general construction applications. It is part of Hitachi's ZW-7 series and is commonly used in aggregate yards, roadwork, landscaping, and municipal operations. The machine features a front-mounted loader arm and bucket configuration, articulated steering, and a cab designed for operator visibility and control. The ZW160-7 is typically selected for medium-duty loading tasks where maneuverability and cycle efficiency are important. As a wheel loader, it is used to move loose materials such as soil, gravel, sand, and demolition debris across job sites and material yards.
| Engine Model | B4.5 — Starting 2024 Model Year |
|---|---|
| Engine Power | 169 (126) — Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Engine Power Net hp (kW) | 163 (122) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Engine type | Cummins — Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height | 9.17 (2.80)*/10.5 (3.20)** — Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height ft. (m) | 9' 1" (2.785) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 28,467 - 29,983 (12,910 - 13,600) — Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 28,462 - 29,983 (12,910 - 13,600) — Starting 2025 Model Year |
| OperatingWeight lbs. (kg) | 28,660 (13,000) — Starting 2026 Model Year |