Head to head
Hitachi ZX170W-6 vs Wacker Neuson ET20
The Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 3.15m (10.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 3.15m (10.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX170W-6 | Wacker Neuson ET20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | up to 5,830mm (5,720mm with 2-piece boom, 2.50m arm) | 2,683 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 18.8 kN |
| Length | - | 4,049 mm |
| Operating weight | - | 2,005 to 2,526 kg |
| Width | - | 990 mm |
| Height | - | 2,385 mm |
| Engine power | - | 13.8 kW |
Sources: Hitachi ZX170W-6, Wacker Neuson ET20. 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 3.15m (10.5ft) 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 ET20 if...
A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.0 tonnes it needs a 3.5 tonne plant trailer and a tow vehicle rated for the combined weight, or delivery on a lorry. Maximum dig depth is 2,683 mm.
Listed by
- GEM Plant Sales Limited - Ashford, Sevington, Willesborough
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX170W-6 and the Wacker Neuson ET20?
The Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 3.15m (10.5ft) deeper. The Hitachi ZX170W-6 is a 17 tonne wheeled excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET20 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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