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Hitachi ZX26U-5

Also listed as ZX26U-5A

2,721 kg5,999 lbOperating weight
Yanmar 3TNV76DieselEngine
14.5 kW19.4 hpEngine power
1,500 mm4 ft 11 inWidth
4,675 mm15 ft 4 inReach
Fix a problemGeneral guides Mods18 guides

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About the ZX26U-5

Australian model marketed as ZX26U-5; its linked manufacturer brochure calls it ZX26U-5A. The current page headline states 2,721 kg, while standard equipment states approximately 2,630 kg with additional counterweight. Both are below 3 tonnes; confirm actual configuration. North American -5N and European -6 are separate records.

Specifications

Operating weight
2,721 kg (5,999 lb)
Engine model
Yanmar 3TNV76
Rated power
14.5 kW (19.4 hp)
Engine displacement cc
1,115 cc (68 cu in)
Overall width
1,500 mm (4 ft 11 in)
Max digging reach
4,675 mm (15 ft 4 in)
Operating weight standard equipment
2,630 kg (5,798 lb)

Mods for the ZX26U-5

All mods
Operator cooling fanAdd a 12 V fan to move engine heat and fumes away from the seat.Fuel tank relocation & extra capacityMove a hard-to-reach tank or add capacity so you refuel less often.ThumbAdd a mechanical or hydraulic thumb to pick up rocks, logs and debris.Quick hitchSwap buckets and attachments in minutes instead of driving pins.Seat upgradeSwap the thin factory seat for a padded or suspension seat with a lap belt.LED work lightsAdd work lights for early starts, late finishes and dark sheds.

Other Hitachi models

All 17 Hitachi models
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