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Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs JCB 535-95

The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi ZX220W-5B
Hitachi ZX220W-5B - image: McGovern Plant Hire
535-95
JCB 535-95

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX220W-5BJCB 535-95
Engine power122kW55kW (75hp), Stage V compliant
Operating weight21,400 - 24,000kg-

Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, JCB 535-95. 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.

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Full ZX220W-5B specifications →

Buy or hire the 535-95 if...

A mid-size telehandler used on building sites and farms to lift and place pallets, muck-away skips and building materials at height and reach. Plant hire fleets keep it as a general-purpose lifting machine alongside dedicated forklifts.

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Full 535-95 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the JCB 535-95?

The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the JCB 535-95 is a telescopic handler (telehandler).

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