Head to head
Caterpillar D3G LGP vs Hitachi ZX220W-5B
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 65kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 65kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar D3G LGP | Hitachi ZX220W-5B | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 17,160lb (7,784kg) | 21,400 - 24,000kg |
| Engine power | 77hp gross / 70hp net at 2200rpm | 122kW |
| Blade capacity | 2yd3, 10.4ft wide, 20.7in cutting depth | - |
| Ground pressure | 4.24psi | - |
Sources: Caterpillar D3G LGP, Hitachi ZX220W-5B. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the D3G LGP if...
A small dozer for landscaping, site clearance and grading jobs too tight for a bigger machine. The LGP tracks spread its weight for work on soft ground such as landfill or wet fields.
Listed by
- Hayes Gate Plant Hire Ltd - London
Buy or hire the ZX220W-5B if...
- you want one that has 65kW 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 Caterpillar D3G LGP and the Hitachi ZX220W-5B?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 65kW more power. The Caterpillar D3G LGP is a small low ground pressure crawler dozer; the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom.
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