Head to head
Hitachi ZX145W-6 vs Volvo A30G
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator. The Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX145W-6 | Volvo A30G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 15,000 - 17,200kg | approx. 52,029lb (23.6 tonnes) |
| Dig depth | 5,520 - 5,770mm | - |
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) | - |
| Transport dimensions | - | 33ft 9in x 9ft 8in x 11ft 1in |
Sources: Hitachi ZX145W-6, Volvo A30G. 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 A30G if...
A mid-size articulated hauler for moving spoil and aggregate over rough or soft haul roads. Quarry and large groundworks contractors hire it for higher-volume material movement than a rigid dumper allows.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX145W-6 and the Volvo A30G?
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator; the Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.
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