Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs Hitachi ZX220W-5B
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 48kW more power and is the bigger machine by 7.6 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 48kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 7.6 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | Hitachi ZX220W-5B | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 21,400 - 24,000kg |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 122kW |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, Hitachi ZX220W-5B. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX135USB-7 if...
Built for sites with tight working margins - roadside, urban and confined yards - where a swinging counterweight would foul walls, parked vehicles or passing traffic. Popular with utility and demolition contractors working close to structures.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ZX220W-5B if...
- you want one that has 48kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 7.6 tonnes
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 ZX135USB-7 and the Hitachi ZX220W-5B?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 48kW more power and is the bigger machine by 7.6 tonnes. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom.
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