Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Kubota U10
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 114kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 114kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Kubota U10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 1200kg (2645lb, including operator) |
| Engine power | 122kW | 7.6kW (10.3hp) |
| Max dig depth | - | 1.8m (5'11") |
| Bucket digging force | - | 550kg (1212lb) breakout force |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Kubota U10. 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 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 U10 if...
One of the smallest excavators Kubota builds, narrow and light enough to pass through a garden gate or go up in a domestic goods lift. Used for indoor demolition, basement digs and tight garden landscaping.
Listed by
- West Sussex Plant Hire - Hassocks, Keymer
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Kubota U10?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 114kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Kubota U10 is a micro excavator.
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