Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs JCB JS131LC
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power and is the bigger machine by 7,405kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 7,405kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | JCB JS131LC | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) |
| Engine power | 122kW | 55kW (74hp) |
| Max bucket tearout | - | 20,660lbf |
| Max digging depth | - | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, JCB JS131LC. 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
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 7,405kg
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 JS131LC if...
A 13-14 tonne tracked excavator used for general groundworks, drainage and foundation digging. A mainstay size class for medium plant hire fleets.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the JCB JS131LC?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power and is the bigger machine by 7,405kg. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
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