Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Hitachi ZX33U-6
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 103kW more power and is the bigger machine by 18,080kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 103kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 18,080kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Hitachi ZX33U-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 3,320 - 3,720kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | 18.8kW |
| Dig depth | - | 2,790 - 3,130mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Hitachi ZX33U-6. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX220W-5B if...
- you want one that has 103kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 18,080kg
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
Buy or hire the ZX33U-6 if...
A general-purpose mini digger for landscaping, utilities and small groundworks contractors who need to work in gardens, driveways and other access-restricted sites. Its zero tail swing lets it turn on the spot without swinging into fences or walls.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Hitachi ZX33U-6?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 103kW more power and is the bigger machine by 18,080kg. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator.
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