Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Manitou MT933
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 14,255kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 14,255kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Manitou MT933 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 7,145kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | - |
| Max lift capacity | - | 3,300kg |
| Max lift height | - | 9.07m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Manitou MT933. 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 14,255kg
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 MT933 if...
A mid-size yard telehandler for builders' merchants and construction contractors lifting blocks, pallets and small plant to first or second floor height. Sits in Manitou's compact-to-mid telehandler range rather than the high-reach agricultural end.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- International Plant Sales - Rochester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Manitou MT933?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 14,255kg. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Manitou MT933 is a 3.3 tonne, 9 metre telescopic handler.
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