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Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Volvo A30G

The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom. The Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi ZX220W-5B
Hitachi ZX220W-5B - image: McGovern Plant Hire
A30G
Volvo A30G

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX220W-5BVolvo A30G
Operating weight21,400 - 24,000kgapprox. 52,029lb (23.6 tonnes)
Engine power122kW-
Transport dimensions-33ft 9in x 9ft 8in x 11ft 1in

Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Volvo A30G. 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.

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Buy or hire the A30G if...

A mid-size articulated hauler for moving spoil and aggregate over rough or soft haul roads. Quarry and large groundworks contractors hire it for higher-volume material movement than a rigid dumper allows.

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Full A30G specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Volvo A30G?

The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.

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