Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Kubota U50-5
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 16,625kg and has 82kW 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 82kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Kubota U50-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 4,775kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | 40.4kW |
| Dig depth | - | 3,370mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Kubota U50-5. 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 82kW 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 U50-5 if...
A mid-size mini excavator for groundworkers who need more reach and dig depth than the smaller Kubota models while still keeping a compact machine for site access. Suits drainage, footings and utility trenching.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Kubota U50-5?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 16,625kg and has 82kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Kubota U50-5 is a 4.8 tonne mini excavator.
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