Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 737kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 737kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Merlo TF42.7. 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 TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 737kW more power
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 737kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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