Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Kubota KX019-4
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 19,620kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 19,620kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Kubota KX019-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 1,780kg with cab, 1,680kg with canopy |
| Engine power | 122kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,580mm maximum |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,070mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Kubota KX019-4. 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 19,620kg
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 KX019-4 if...
Chosen as much for what it weighs as for what it digs: under two tonnes means it can go on a modest plant trailer behind a light vehicle, which removes the transport problem that decides many small jobs. Very common in UK hire fleets for garden and trenching work.
Full KX019-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Kubota KX019-4?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 19,620kg. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Kubota KX019-4 is a sub-2 tonne mini excavator.
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