Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-7 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 426kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 426kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-7 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 20,100 - 24,900kg | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 128kW | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Dig depth | 5,810 - 6,300mm | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-7, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX220W-7 if...
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 P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 426kW more power
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-7 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 426kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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