Head to head
Hitachi ZX220W-7 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 15kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 15kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX220W-7 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 20,100 - 24,900kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 128kW | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Dig depth | 5,810 - 6,300mm | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Hitachi ZX220W-7, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 15kW 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 SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX220W-7 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 15kW more power. The Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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