Head to head
Avant 528 vs Hitachi ZX220W-5B
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 103kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 103kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 528 | Hitachi ZX220W-5B | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 19 kW (26 hp) | 122kW |
| Lifting capacity | 950 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2790 mm | - |
| Weight | 1420 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 21,400 - 24,000kg |
Sources: Avant 528, Hitachi ZX220W-5B. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 528 if...
A small articulated loader that fits through narrow gates and onto a trailer, used for landscaping, property maintenance and light site work with Avant attachments.
Full 528 specifications →Buy or hire the ZX220W-5B if...
- you want one that has 103kW more power
A heavier wheeled excavator for contractors who need crawler-excavator-like dig performance with road mobility, such as sewer renewal and larger utility schemes. The two-piece boom gives more flexible reach over obstacles than a monoblock design.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 528 and the Hitachi ZX220W-5B?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 103kW more power. The Avant 528 is a compact articulated multi-purpose loader with telescopic boom; the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom.
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