Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Wacker Neuson DPU100-70
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom. The Wacker Neuson DPU100-70 is a reversible vibratory plate compactor, diesel.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Wacker Neuson DPU100-70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 680kg (710kg with extension plates) |
| Engine power | 122kW | - |
| Centrifugal force | - | 100kN |
| Plate width | - | 700mm (970mm with extension plates) |
| Travel speed | - | 30m/min forward, 28m/min reverse |
| Engine | - | Lombardini 12 LD 475, 15.0kW max at 3,000rpm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Wacker Neuson DPU100-70. 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 DPU100-70 if...
A heavy reversible plate compactor for granular sub-base and asphalt work, too large for garden or driveway jobs. Its weight and centrifugal force suit groundworkers compacting trench backfill and road sub-base rather than small landscaping tasks.
Listed by
- Baz plant Sales agricultural plant and machinery dealer - Chesterfield
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Wacker Neuson DPU100-70?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Wacker Neuson DPU100-70 is a reversible vibratory plate compactor, diesel.
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