Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs SANY SY26U
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 107kW more power and is the bigger machine by 18,740kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 107kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 18,740kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 2,660 kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 2,810 mm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, SANY SY26U. 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 107kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 18,740kg
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 SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
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What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the SANY SY26U?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 107kW more power and is the bigger machine by 18,740kg. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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