Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-7 vs JCB 50Z-2
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 92kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 92kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-7 | JCB 50Z-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 20,100 - 24,900kg | 5030 kg |
| Dig depth | 5,810 - 6,300mm | 3.65 m |
| Engine power | 128kW | 36 kW |
| Dump height | - | 4.08 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-7, JCB 50Z-2. 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 92kW 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 50Z-2 if...
A zero tailswing digger for utility trenching, house foundations and road edge work where the rear of the machine has to stay inside the track width. It is used on civils sites and hire fleets that want a 5 tonne class machine.
Full 50Z-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-7 and the JCB 50Z-2?
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 92kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range; the JCB 50Z-2 is a 5 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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