Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Kubota U48-4
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 16,625kg and has 92kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 16,625kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 92kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | 40.5PS |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Kubota U48-4. 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 16,625kg
- you want one that has 92kW 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 U48-4 if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.8 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Kubota U48-4?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 16,625kg and has 92kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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