Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Kubota K008-3
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 20,420kg and has 115kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 20,420kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 115kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Kubota K008-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 980kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | 10.2PS |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Kubota K008-3. 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 20,420kg
- you want one that has 115kW 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 K008-3 if...
A micro digger. At 980kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- South East Plant Hire Ltd - Dartford, Eynsford
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Kubota K008-3?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 20,420kg and has 115kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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