Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Takeuchi TB216
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 19,535kg and has 111kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 19,535kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 111kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine power | 122kW | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Takeuchi TB216. 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 19,535kg
- you want one that has 111kW 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 TB216 if...
The Takeuchi TB216 is a long-running fixture of the UK 1.5-2 tonne mini excavator hire class, used for groundworks, drainage and small demolition jobs. Its extendable undercarriage gives it the stability of a wider track base for digging while still narrowing for transport and access. It competes closely with the Kubota KX019-4 and similarly sized Bobcat and JCB machines for the same hire slots.
Full TB216 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 19,535kg and has 111kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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