Head to head
Bobcat E19 vs Hitachi ZX220W-5B
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 112kW more power and is the bigger machine by 19,495kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 112kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 19,495kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E19 | Hitachi ZX220W-5B | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1905kg | 21,400 - 24,000kg |
| Engine power | 10.1kW | 122kW |
| Dig depth | 2364mm | - |
| Breakout force | 12.63kN | - |
Sources: Bobcat E19, Hitachi ZX220W-5B. 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 ZX220W-5B if...
- you want one that has 112kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 19,495kg
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 Bobcat E19 and the Hitachi ZX220W-5B?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 112kW more power and is the bigger machine by 19,495kg. The Bobcat E19 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom.
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