Head to head
Hitachi 33U vs Volvo L220H
The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class. The Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi 33U | Volvo L220H | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,487 kg | 68,780-72,970 lb |
| 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 | - | 375hp (Volvo D13J, Tier 4f) |
| Bucket capacity | - | 5.6-20.9 yd3 |
| Breakout force | - | 55,075 lbf |
| Static tipping load | - | 46,295 lbs |
Sources: Hitachi 33U, Volvo L220H. 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 L220H if...
A large production wheel loader for quarries and bulk material handling rather than general building sites. Its wide bucket capacity range lets one machine be set up for anything from aggregates to woodchip, which suits quarry and waste transfer operators.
Listed by
- Eco Plant Hire And Sales Ltd - Peterborough, Whittlesey
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi 33U and the Volvo L220H?
The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class; the Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
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