Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-7 vs Kubota K008-5
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 19,125kg and has 120kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 19,125kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 120kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-7 | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 20,100 - 24,900kg | 975kg |
| Dig depth | 5,810 - 6,300mm | 1,720mm |
| Engine power | 128kW | 7.6kW |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-7, Kubota K008-5. 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 19,125kg
- you want one that has 120kW 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 K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-7 and the Kubota K008-5?
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 19,125kg and has 120kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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