Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Kubota U36-4
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 U36-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 3755 kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | 17.8 kw |
| Dig depth | - | 3410 mm |
| Width | - | 1700 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Kubota U36-4. 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 U36-4 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.
Full U36-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Kubota U36-4?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 104kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator.
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