Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Wacker Neuson ET145
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,849kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B is the bigger machine by 5,849kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Wacker Neuson ET145 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 15,551 to 17,275 kg |
| Engine power | 122kW | 55 kW |
| Breakout force | - | 91 kN |
| Length | - | 7,788 mm |
| Dig depth | - | 5,442 mm |
| Width | - | 2,490 mm |
| Height | - | 2,786 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Wacker Neuson ET145. 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
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 5,849kg
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 ET145 if...
A full-size excavator for civil engineering, bulk earthmoving and demolition. At 15.6 tonnes it moves on a low-loader and is often hired with an operator. It digs to 5,442 mm.
Full ET145 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Wacker Neuson ET145?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 67kW more power and is the bigger machine by 5,849kg. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Wacker Neuson ET145 is a full-size tracked excavator.
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