Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-7 vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 17,710kg and has 109kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 17,710kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 109kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-7 | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 20,100 - 24,900kg | 2,390kg |
| Engine power | 128kW | 18.9kW |
| Dig depth | 5,810 - 6,300mm | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-7, JCB STH-2S5 Swivel. 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 is the bigger machine by 17,710kg
- you want one that has 109kW 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 STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-7 and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 17,710kg and has 109kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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