Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-7 vs JCB 3CX Compact
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 73kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 73kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-7 | JCB 3CX Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 20,100 - 24,900kg | 6070 kg |
| Dig depth | 5,810 - 6,300mm | 5 m |
| Engine power | 128kW | 55 kW |
| Travel Speed | - | 40 kph |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-7, JCB 3CX Compact. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX220W-7 if...
- you want one that has 73kW more power
Targets larger utility, sewer and civils contractors who need crawler-class digging power on a road-going wheeled chassis. It sits at the top of Hitachi's current wheeled-excavator line, giving extra reach and depth over the 170W and 145W.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 3CX Compact if...
Aimed at utility, highways and town-centre work where a full-size backhoe will not fit. Used for trenching, loading and breaking out on narrow roads, estates and tight sites.
Full 3CX Compact specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-7 and the JCB 3CX Compact?
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 73kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range; the JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide.
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