Head to head
Hitachi ZX135W-7 vs Hitachi ZX220W-5B
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 6.9 tonnes and has 17kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 6.9 tonnes.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 17kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135W-7 | Hitachi ZX220W-5B | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 14,500 - 15,900kg | 21,400 - 24,000kg |
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249) | 122kW |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135W-7, Hitachi ZX220W-5B. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX135W-7 if...
A road-legal wheeled excavator for contractors who need to self-drive between sites without a low-loader, such as utilities and highways crews. The short-tail-swing design keeps it usable on narrow verges and in traffic-managed lanes.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ZX220W-5B if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6.9 tonnes
- you want one that has 17kW 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 Hitachi ZX135W-7 and the Hitachi ZX220W-5B?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 6.9 tonnes and has 17kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator; the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom.
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