Head to head
Hitachi ZX170W-6 vs Takeuchi TB295W
The Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 1.72m (5.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 1.72m (5.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX170W-6 | Takeuchi TB295W | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | up to 5,830mm (5,720mm with 2-piece boom, 2.50m arm) | 4,115mm |
| Operating weight | - | 10,377kg (10,667kg with outriggers) |
| Engine power | - | 85kW |
Sources: Hitachi ZX170W-6, Takeuchi TB295W. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX170W-6 if...
- you want one that digs 1.72m (5.5ft) deeper
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
Buy or hire the TB295W if...
A road-going wheeled excavator for utility and drainage contractors who need to move between multiple jobs in a day without a low-loader. Its size sits between compact and medium wheeled excavators, giving useful dig depth for pipe and sewer work.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX170W-6 and the Takeuchi TB295W?
The Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 1.72m (5.5ft) deeper. The Hitachi ZX170W-6 is a 17 tonne wheeled excavator; the Takeuchi TB295W is a 10.4 tonne wheeled excavator.
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