Compact Excavators
Reduced tail swing for confined sites. Fully deductible under Section 179.
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2026 Section 179 · Deadline December 31, 2026
Buy the Hitachi. Deduct the Full Cost.
Section 179 lets your construction business write off up to $2.56M in qualifying Hitachi excavators and wheel loaders on your 2026 taxes, with 100% bonus depreciation on anything above the cap. Run the numbers, then lock in a machine that can be working before year-end.
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- In Service by December 31, 2026
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$2,560,000
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100%
Bonus depreciation on remainder
Dec 31
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Estimate only. Results are illustrations and do not determine whether a purchase qualifies. This calculator uses 2026 federal limits: Section 179 maximum $2.56M, phaseout beginning at 4.09M, bonus depreciation 100%. It does not account for every vehicle, income, entity, state, or depreciation rule. Section 179 is a federal tax deduction, not a rebate or tax credit, and is subject to your taxable business income. State conformity varies and several states, including California, use significantly lower limits. Consult a qualified tax adviser regarding your situation.
Deadline: December 31, 2026
2026 Cost Savings Benefits
Write Off Hitachi Equipment the Year You Put It to Work.
Section 179 lets your business deduct the full purchase price of qualifying Hitachi equipment in the year it is placed in service, instead of depreciating it over several years. Financed and leased machines qualify too, so you can keep your cash and still take the full deduction.
Deduct up to $2.56M in 2026
Expense up to $2,560,000 of qualifying equipment against this year's income.
100% bonus depreciation on the rest
Cost above the Section 179 cap can still be written off in full. Permanent under current federal law.
Finance it and still deduct it
Ask your Sonsray rep about financing on new and used Hitachi equipment. The deduction follows the machine, not the payment.
Purchased and in service by December 31, 2026
The machine has to be delivered and working by year-end. A signed PO is not enough. New or used both qualify.
$2.56M
2026 Deduction Cap
100%
Bonus Depreciation
Dec 31
In-Service Deadline
What Qualifies · Hitachi Lineup
Every Hitachi Machine We Sell Qualifies.
Used more than 50% for business and placed in service by December 31, 2026? It qualifies. New or used, both count.
Mid-Size Excavators
Versatile performers for any project, and the sweet spot for a single-machine write-off.
ZX130-7H · ZX135US-7H · ZX160LC-7H · ZX190LC-7H · ZX210LC-7H · ZX245USLC-7H · ZX250LC-7H · ZX300LC-7H · ZX345USLC-7H
Large Excavators
Maximum power for mass earthmoving. Cost above $2.56M still qualifies for 100% bonus depreciation.
ZX350LC-7H · ZX490LC-7H · ZX690LC-7H · ZX890LC-7H
Wheel Loaders
Heavy-production material handling for aggregate, demolition, and site work.
ZW220-7 · ZW310-7
Compact Wheel Loaders
Agile loaders for tight yards, landscaping supply, and urban sites.
ZW30-5B · ZW50-5B · ZW80-5B
Buckets, Couplers & Attachments
Attachments purchased with or for a qualifying machine are deductible too.
Genuine Hitachi attachments
Section 179 FAQ
Questions We Hear Most.
Can I write off used Hitachi equipment?
Yes, as long as it is new to your business and placed into service in the 2026 tax year. Used ZX-series excavators and ZW wheel loaders qualify just like new units.
Does leased or financed equipment qualify?
Yes. Section 179 applies to financed and leased equipment too, which makes it ideal for buyers who want to conserve cash. Ask your Sonsray rep about financing on new and used Hitachi equipment. The deduction follows the machine, not the payment.
What counts as "placed in service"?
The machine has to be delivered and ready for use in your business by December 31, 2026. Ordering it, paying a deposit, or signing a PO does not count. That is why in-stock units matter as year-end approaches.
Do I have to claim the full amount?
No. You can elect any portion of the cost up to the annual limit. Some businesses split the deduction across tax years using a mix of Section 179 and bonus depreciation.
What happens if I exceed the deduction limit?
Equipment cost above the $2.56M Section 179 cap can typically be deducted through bonus depreciation, 100% in 2026 and permanent under the 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Anything not expensed is capitalized and depreciated normally.
Is there a spending cap?
Yes. The deduction begins phasing out dollar-for-dollar once total qualifying purchases exceed $4.09M. Most contractors and farmers will not hit this, but it is worth knowing.
Not tax advice. Confirm your situation with a qualified tax professional or CPA.
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2026 Section 179
Deduct up to $2.56M this year
Plus 100% bonus depreciation on anything over the cap. Purchase and place in service by December 31, 2026. Not tax advice; confirm with your CPA.