Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-7 vs Takeuchi TB225
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in hitachi's zx-7 wheeled range. The Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-7 | Takeuchi TB225 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 20,100 - 24,900kg | 2400 kg |
| Dig depth | 5,810 - 6,300mm | 2580 mm |
| Engine power | 128kW | - |
| Dump height | - | 2875 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 19.3 kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-7, Takeuchi TB225. 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 TB225 if...
A towable 2 to 2.5 tonne digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on drainage, small foundations and garden work. The extendable track frame lets it pass through narrow gaps and then widen for stability.
Full TB225 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-7 and the Takeuchi TB225?
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range; the Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks.
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