Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Mecalac TA6
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Mecalac TA6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) |
| Engine power | 122kW | 55 kW (74hp) |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Travel speed | - | 25 km/h |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Mecalac TA6. 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 has 67kW 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 TA6 if...
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Mecalac TA6?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip.
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