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Hitachi ZX220W-5B vs Yanmar ViO26-6

The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 106kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi ZX220W-5B
Hitachi ZX220W-5B - image: McGovern Plant Hire
ViO26-6
Yanmar ViO26-6

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX220W-5BYanmar ViO26-6
Operating weight21,400 - 24,000kg2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab)
Engine power122kW15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm
Engine-Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel
Max digging depth-2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm)
Digging force-24.5kN (bucket)

Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-5B, Yanmar ViO26-6. 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 106kW 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.

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Buy or hire the ViO26-6 if...

A 2.6-tonne zero-tailswing mini digger widely used by plant hire firms for groundwork in tight spaces such as gardens and driveways, where its lack of rear overhang keeps it clear of walls and fences while slewing.

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Full ViO26-6 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-5B and the Yanmar ViO26-6?

The Hitachi ZX220W-5B has 106kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-5B is a 24 tonne wheeled excavator with two-piece boom; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.

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