Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Komatsu PC26MR-5
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 18,775kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 18,775kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Komatsu PC26MR-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 2,625 to 2,855kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Komatsu PC26MR-5. 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 18,775kg
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 PC26MR-5 if...
A step up for bigger footings, groundworks and landscaping. At 2.6 tonnes it needs a 3.5 tonne plant trailer and a tow vehicle rated for the combined weight, or delivery on a lorry.
Listed by
- International Plant Sales - Rochester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Komatsu PC26MR-5?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 18,775kg. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Komatsu PC26MR-5 is a 2.5 to 3 tonne class mini excavator.
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