Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 9kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 9kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 122kW | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 9kW 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 SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 9kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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