Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-7 vs Kubota KX016-4
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 118kW more power and is the bigger machine by 18,560kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 118kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 18,560kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-7 | Kubota KX016-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 20,100 - 24,900kg | up to 1540kg |
| Dig depth | 5,810 - 6,300mm | 2250mm |
| Engine power | 128kW | 9.6kW (13hp) |
| Width | - | 1240mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-7, Kubota KX016-4. 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 118kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 18,560kg
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 KX016-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,540kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2250mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX016-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-7 and the Kubota KX016-4?
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 118kW more power and is the bigger machine by 18,560kg. The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range; the Kubota KX016-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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