Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-7 vs Kubota KX019-4
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 18,320kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 18,320kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-7 | Kubota KX019-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 20,100 - 24,900kg | 1,780kg with cab, 1,680kg with canopy |
| Dig depth | 5,810 - 6,300mm | 2,580mm maximum |
| Engine power | 128kW | - |
| Maximum reach | - | 4,070mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-7, Kubota KX019-4. 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 is the bigger machine by 18,320kg
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 KX019-4 if...
Chosen as much for what it weighs as for what it digs: under two tonnes means it can go on a modest plant trailer behind a light vehicle, which removes the transport problem that decides many small jobs. Very common in UK hire fleets for garden and trenching work.
Full KX019-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-7 and the Kubota KX019-4?
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 18,320kg. The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range; the Kubota KX019-4 is a sub-2 tonne mini excavator.
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