Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Liebherr L556 XPower
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 1.8 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 1.8 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Liebherr L556 XPower | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 19,600 - 21,600 kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | - |
| Tipping load | - | 9,300 - 13,750 kg |
| Bucket capacity | - | 2.80 - 10.00 m3 |
| Rated output ISO 14396 / ECE-R.120 | - | 183 kW / 249 HP |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Liebherr L556 XPower. 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 1.8 tonnes
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 L556 XPower if...
A large wheel loader for quarry and bulk material handling work. Liebherr's XPower driveline splits power between hydrostatic and mechanical drive to cut fuel use on repetitive load-and-carry cycles.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Liebherr L556 XPower?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 1.8 tonnes. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with XPower power-split driveline.
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