Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Takeuchi TB250-2
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom. The Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Takeuchi TB250-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 5120kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | - |
| Ground reach | - | 5985mm |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 37.2 kN |
| Arm digging force | - | 22.9 kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Takeuchi TB250-2. 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 TB250-2 if...
A 5 tonne tracked excavator with a short tail swing, suited to groundworks, civils and utility work in tight sites. Plant hire firms and contractors use this size for trenching, drainage and foundation digging.
Full TB250-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Takeuchi TB250-2?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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