Head to head
Hitachi ZX170W-6 vs Wacker Neuson ET90
The Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 1.15m (4ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 1.15m (4ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX170W-6 | Wacker Neuson ET90 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | up to 5,830mm (5,720mm with 2-piece boom, 2.50m arm) | 4,679 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 74 kN |
| Length | - | 7,139 mm |
| Operating weight | - | 8,710 to 10,506 kg |
| Width | - | 2,250 mm |
| Height | - | 2,562 mm |
| Engine power | - | 55.4 kW |
Sources: Hitachi ZX170W-6, Wacker Neuson ET90. 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 1.15m (4ft) 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 ET90 if...
A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 8.7 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader. Dig depth is 4,679 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 ET90?
The Hitachi ZX170W-6 digs 1.15m (4ft) deeper. The Hitachi ZX170W-6 is a 17 tonne wheeled excavator; the Wacker Neuson ET90 is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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