Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Kubota K008-5
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 20,425kg and has 114kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 20,425kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 114kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 975kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | 7.6kW |
| Dig depth | - | 1,720mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Kubota K008-5. 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 20,425kg
- you want one that has 114kW 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 K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Kubota K008-5?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 20,425kg and has 114kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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