Head to head
Avant 640 vs Hitachi ZX220W-5B
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 94kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 94kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | Hitachi ZX220W-5B | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 122kW |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 21,400 - 24,000kg |
Sources: Avant 640, Hitachi ZX220W-5B. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
An all-round compact loader with stronger auxiliary hydraulics for running more attachments, used by landscapers, stables, estates and small contractors. Light enough to be moved on a trailer or larger van.
Full 640 specifications →Buy or hire the ZX220W-5B if...
- you want one that has 94kW 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 640 and the Hitachi ZX220W-5B?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 94kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom.
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