Head to head
Hitachi 33U vs Hitachi ZX220W-5B
The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi 33U | Hitachi ZX220W-5B | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,487 kg | 21,400 - 24,000kg |
| Width | 1,550 mm | - |
| Rated power ISO 9249 | 21.2 kW (28.4 HP) at 2,400 min-1 (rpm) (net) | - |
| Fuel tank | 42.0 L | - |
| Engine power | - | 122kW |
Sources: Hitachi 33U, Hitachi ZX220W-5B. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 33U if...
A compact tracked excavator from Hitachi's smaller size class, used for groundworks, drainage and landscaping jobs too tight for a larger machine. It is bought and sold through the used plant market rather than as a current Hitachi catalogue model.
Listed by
- Plant Sales Northern Ireland | P & A Plant Sales - Ballynahinch
Buy or hire the ZX220W-5B if...
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 Hitachi 33U and the Hitachi ZX220W-5B?
The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class; the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom.
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