Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-7 vs Kubota U10-3
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 18,980kg and has 121kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 18,980kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 121kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-7 | Kubota U10-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 20,100 - 24,900kg | 1120kg |
| Engine power | 128kW | 10.2PS |
| Dig depth | 5,810 - 6,300mm | - |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-7, Kubota U10-3. 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 18,980kg
- you want one that has 121kW 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 U10-3 if...
A micro digger. At 1,120kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-7 and the Kubota U10-3?
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 18,980kg and has 121kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range; the Kubota U10-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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