Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs JCB 3CX
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom. The JCB 3CX is a wheeled backhoe loader.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | JCB 3CX | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 8,135kg standard and Contractor, 8,435kg on 3CX Super |
| Engine power | 122kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 4.24m with standard dipper, up to 5.46m with Extradig |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, JCB 3CX. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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
Buy or hire the 3CX if...
The machine most people picture when they think of a building site, and still the default where one machine has to both dig and load. Groundworkers and utilities contractors buy it precisely to avoid putting two machines on a small site.
Full 3CX specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the JCB 3CX?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the JCB 3CX is a wheeled backhoe loader.
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