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Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Takeuchi TB230
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom. The Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 2875 kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2835 mm |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Takeuchi TB230. 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 TB230 if...
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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