Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Yanmar ViO23-6
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 107kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 107kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-5B | Yanmar ViO23-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 21,400 - 24,000kg | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) |
| Engine power | 122kW | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm |
| Dig depth | - | 2450 / 2655 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Yanmar ViO23-6. 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 107kW 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 ViO23-6 if...
A compact mini excavator that keeps within its track width when slewing, used by landscapers, groundworkers and hire fleets for work beside walls, fences and buildings. It can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full ViO23-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Yanmar ViO23-6?
The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 107kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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