Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-7 vs SANY SY26U
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 113kW more power and is the bigger machine by 17,440kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 113kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 17,440kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-7 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 20,100 - 24,900kg | 2,660 kg |
| Dig depth | 5,810 - 6,300mm | 2,810 mm |
| Engine power | 128kW | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-7, SANY SY26U. 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 113kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 17,440kg
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 SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-7 and the SANY SY26U?
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 113kW more power and is the bigger machine by 17,440kg. The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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