Head to head
Hitachi ZX210LC-7 vs Hitachi ZX220W-5B
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 6kW more power and is the bigger machine by 500kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 6kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is the bigger machine by 500kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX210LC-7 | Hitachi ZX220W-5B | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,900 - 23,900kg | 21,400 - 24,000kg |
| Engine power | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) | 122kW |
| Dig depth | 6,180mm | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX210LC-7, Hitachi ZX220W-5B. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX210LC-7 if...
- you want one that has 6kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 500kg
A mainstream medium excavator for groundworks, bulk dig and drainage contractors who need reliable output without stepping up to a large-plant class. A common size for muckshifting and foundation packages on housing and commercial sites.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the ZX220W-5B if...
A heavier wheeled excavator for contractors who need crawler-excavator-like dig performance with road mobility, such as sewer renewal and larger utility schemes. The two-piece boom gives more flexible reach over obstacles than a monoblock design.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX210LC-7 and the Hitachi ZX220W-5B?
The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 has 6kW more power and is the bigger machine by 500kg. The Hitachi ZX210LC-7 is a 21-24 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom.
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