Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Hitachi ZX220W-5B
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 104kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 104kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Hitachi ZX220W-5B | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 21,400 - 24,000kg |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 122kW |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | - |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Hitachi ZX220W-5B. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E35z if...
A zero tail swing mini excavator for groundworks, drainage and utility work where the rear of the machine must stay inside the track width. Contractors and plant hire fleets use this class for trenching and foundations in confined sites.
Full E35z specifications →Buy or hire the ZX220W-5B if...
- you want one that has 104kW 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 Bobcat E35z and the Hitachi ZX220W-5B?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 104kW more power. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom.
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