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Hitachi ZX220W-7 vs Volvo ECR88D

The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 11,480kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hitachi ZX220W-7
Hitachi ZX220W-7 - image: Hitachi Construction Machinery
Volvo ECR88D
Volvo ECR88D - image: Volvo Construction Equipment

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hitachi ZX220W-7Volvo ECR88D
Operating weight20,100 - 24,900kg8,620 - 9,980 kg
Dig depth5,810 - 6,300mm-
Engine power128kW-
Gross power-43 kW
Bucket capacity-0.08 - 0.33 m3
Overall width-2,300 mm
Overall length-6,370 mm

Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-7, Volvo ECR88D. 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 11,480kg

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.

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Full ZX220W-7 specifications →

Buy or hire the ECR88D if...

An 8-9 tonne reduced tail swing excavator used for groundworks in restricted spaces, common in UK plant hire and plant sales fleets.

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Full ECR88D specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-7 and the Volvo ECR88D?

The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is the bigger machine by 11,480kg. The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range; the Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.

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