Head to head
Bobcat E19 vs Hitachi ZX170W-6
The Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 3.47m (11.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 3.47m (11.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E19 | Hitachi ZX170W-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 2364mm | up to 5,830mm (5,720mm with 2-piece boom, 2.50m arm) |
| Operating weight | 1905kg | - |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | - |
| Breakout force | 12.63kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E19, Hitachi ZX170W-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E19 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,905kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2364mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Buy or hire the ZX170W-6 if...
- you want one that digs 3.47m (11.5ft) deeper
A larger wheeled digger for contractors handling bigger drainage, sewer and groundworks packages who still need to drive between sites on the public road. The extra size over the 145W gives more reach and breakout force.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E19 and the Hitachi ZX170W-6?
The Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 3.47m (11.5ft) deeper. The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Hitachi ZX170W-6 is a 17 tonne wheeled excavator.
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