Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 16,560kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 16,560kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 4,840kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 3,191 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel. 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 is the bigger machine by 16,560kg
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 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 16,560kg. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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