Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 122kW | 55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm |
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Heaped capacity | - | 3150 litres |
| Engine | - | Deutz TCD 3.6 L4 |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel. 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 67kW 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 6 Tonne Power Swivel if...
A 6 tonne dumper whose skip swivels so it can tip to either side, useful for loading into trenches and working along narrow roads or site edges. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on UK sites. A cab is listed as an option.
Full 6 Tonne Power Swivel specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.
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