Head to head
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 36,920kg and has 87kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 36,920kg.
- Engine power: the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E has 87kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX85USB-6 | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,430 - 9,060kg | 45,350 - 55,360 lb |
| Dig depth | 3,910 - 4,510mm | 22 ft 1 in |
| Engine power | 42.4kW | 173 hp |
Sources: Hitachi ZX85USB-6, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX85USB-6 if...
A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the EC220E if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 36,920kg
- you want one that has 87kW more power
The Volvo EC220E is a mid-size crawler excavator used on larger UK groundworks, civils and demolition sites where a mini or midi excavator no longer has the reach or bucket capacity needed. Its Tier 4 Final compliant D6 engine and Volvo cab are aimed at operators running long shifts. It is specified against similarly sized excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi in the 20-22 tonne class.
Full EC220E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 36,920kg and has 87kW more power. The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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