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Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9

The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 104kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi ZX220W-5B
Hitachi ZX220W-5B - image: McGovern Plant Hire
R35Z-9
Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX220W-5BHyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9
Operating weight21,400 - 24,000kg3550kg (7826lb)
Engine power122kW17.7kW (23.7hp)
Max digging depth-up to 3.44m (11'3") depending on boom/stick option

Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9. 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 104kW more power

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.

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Buy or hire the R35Z-9 if...

A compact, zero tail swing mini digger sized for domestic gardens, landscaping and utility work where space is tight. Widely used by small plant hire firms and groundworkers.

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Full R35Z-9 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9?

The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 104kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Hyundai Construction Equipment R35Z-9 is a zero tail swing mini excavator.

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