Hitachi and KTEG present the next generation of emission-free excavators with autonomous control at Bauma

• Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV and KTEG unveiled the KTEG ZE135, a 15-tonne emission-free excavator, at Bauma.

• The ZE135 features a 300 kWh battery, offering up to six hours of operation and flexible charging options via DC and AC interfaces.

• Based on the Hitachi ZX135, the ZE135 maintains high comfort and hydraulic performance, suitable for various attachments and applications.

• The electric drive ensures quiet, emission-free operation, ideal for urban and sensitive environments.

• The ZE135 includes innovative autonomous control developed with Gravis Robotics, allowing the machine to execute tasks independently via tablet instructions.

• Harald Thum, Managing Director of KTEG, highlighted the ZE135 as a significant step towards AI in construction, showcasing the future of autonomous, emission-free machinery.

Hitachi Construction Machinery (Europe) NV (HCME) and KTEG continue their journey towards an emission-free future and present the KTEG ZE135 at Bauma. As part of Hitachi and KTEG’s zero-emission product line, the 15-tonne excavator provides a powerful and sustainable alternative to conventional diesel machines.

The ZE135 is equipped with a powerful 300 kWh battery, enabling an operating time of up to six hours. Thanks to state-of-the-art technology, the machine can be charged flexibly using DC charging via a CCS2 interface or AC charging with one or two interfaces with capacities of up to 63 A each. Additionally, the ZE135 can also be operated via cable to ensure continuous availability on the construction site.

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The KTEG ZE135 is based on the proven Hitachi ZX135 and offers the same high level of comfort and outstanding hydraulic performance as its diesel counterpart. The powerful hydraulics allow various attachments to be operated without restrictions, making the excavator ideal for a wide range of applications. At the same time, the electric drive ensures quiet and emission-free operation, making it particularly attractive for urban job sites and sensitive environments.

A special highlight of the ZE135 is the innovative autonomous control, developed in collaboration with Gravis Robotics. In the demo area of the Bauma exhibition stand (FN.716), the machine will operate autonomously: it will receive its work instructions, such as excavating a trench, via a tablet and execute them independently. This combination of zero-emission technology and artificial intelligence elevates the KTEG ZE135 to a new level of innovation and demonstrates the future of autonomous, emission-free construction.

Harald Thum, Managing Director of KTEG, explains: “With the KTEG ZE135, we are presenting a machine that not only enables emission-free operation but also represents a significant step towards AI in construction through its autonomous control. We are excited to showcase this pioneering innovation together with Hitachi and Gravis Robotics at Bauma.”