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Hitachi ZX145W-6 vs Hitachi ZX170W-6
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator. The Hitachi ZX170W-6 is a 17 tonne wheeled excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX145W-6 | Hitachi ZX170W-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 5,520 - 5,770mm | up to 5,830mm (5,720mm with 2-piece boom, 2.50m arm) |
| Operating weight | 15,000 - 17,200kg | - |
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX145W-6, Hitachi ZX170W-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX145W-6 if...
Suits municipal and utility contractors who need a mobile, road-going digger for drainage and reinstatement work spread across several sites in a day. The wheeled undercarriage trades some stability for speed between jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ZX170W-6 if...
A larger wheeled digger for contractors handling bigger drainage, sewer and groundworks packages who still need to drive between sites on the public road. The extra size over the 145W gives more reach and breakout force.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX145W-6 and the Hitachi ZX170W-6?
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator; the Hitachi ZX170W-6 is a 17 tonne wheeled excavator.
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