Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Kubota KX016-4
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 19,860kg and has 112kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 19,860kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 112kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Kubota KX016-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | up to 1540kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | 9.6kW (13hp) |
| Dig depth | - | 2250mm |
| Width | - | 1240mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Kubota KX016-4. 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 19,860kg
- you want one that has 112kW 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 KX016-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,540kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2250mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX016-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Kubota KX016-4?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 19,860kg and has 112kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Kubota KX016-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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