Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs JCB 3CX Compact
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | JCB 3CX Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 6070 kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | 55 kW |
| Dig depth | - | 5 m |
| Travel Speed | - | 40 kph |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, JCB 3CX Compact. 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 67kW 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.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 3CX Compact if...
Aimed at utility, highways and town-centre work where a full-size backhoe will not fit. Used for trenching, loading and breaking out on narrow roads, estates and tight sites.
Full 3CX Compact specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the JCB 3CX Compact?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide.
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