Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Kubota KX030-4
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 104kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 104kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Kubota KX030-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 2790 kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | 17.7 kw |
| Dig depth | - | 2870 mm |
| Width | - | 1500 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Kubota KX030-4. 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 has 104kW 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 KX030-4 if...
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Kubota KX030-4?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 104kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator.
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