Head to head
Hitachi ZX145W-6 vs MTS Dino 5
The MTS Dino 5 has 225kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 225kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX145W-6 | MTS Dino 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) | 330 kW (triple fan system) |
| Operating weight | 15,000 - 17,200kg | - |
| Dig depth | 5,520 - 5,770mm | - |
| Tank capacity | - | 12 m3 |
| Suction hose diameter | - | 250mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX145W-6, MTS Dino 5. 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 Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 225kW more power
The Dino 5 suits utility and drainage contractors who need to expose buried pipes and cables without a digger, using suction rather than a bucket to avoid damaging services. Its triple-fan system is built for contractors who need strong continuous suction on site rather than the largest tank on offer.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX145W-6 and the MTS Dino 5?
The MTS Dino 5 has 225kW more power. The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator; the MTS Dino 5 is a a truck-mounted suction excavator from German manufacturer MTS, part of its Dino range for vacuum excavation and drainage work..
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