Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Mecalac 6MCR
The Mecalac 6MCR has 432kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 6MCR has 432kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Mecalac 6MCR | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 5700 kg (12,600 lb) / 6100 kg (13,500 lb) |
| Engine power | 122kW | 55,4 kW |
| Tail swing radius | - | 1170 mm |
| Travel speed | - | 10 km/h |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Mecalac 6MCR. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX220W-5B if...
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 6MCR if...
- you want one that has 432kW more power
A compact crawler excavator for utility trenching, landscaping and work between buildings where a 2 tonne class footprint is needed with 6 tonne digging performance. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on tight UK sites.
Full 6MCR specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Mecalac 6MCR?
The Mecalac 6MCR has 432kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Mecalac 6MCR is a 6 tonne crawler skid-excavator with compact tail swing.
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