Hitachi ZW220 Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Hitachi ➔
Model: ZW220 ➔

The Hitachi ZW220 is a wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, stockpiling, and general earthmoving applications. It is part of Hitachi's ZW series and is commonly used in construction, quarry, aggregate, and industrial site operations. The machine features a front-mounted loader bucket, articulated steering, and a cab configured for operator visibility and control. The ZW220 is typically selected for medium-duty loading tasks where cycle efficiency, maneuverability, and durability are important. As a wheel loader, it is used to move loose materials such as soil, gravel, sand, and demolition debris across short distances on job sites.

Bucket

Hitachi ZW220 Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force	37,992.80 lbs (17,233.27 kg)
Bucket Capacity - heaped	4.10 cu yd (3.13 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - struck	3.50 cu yd (2.68 cu m)
Bucket Width	9.60 ft (2.93 m)
Dump Clearance at Max Raise	9.30 ft (2.83 m)

Dimensions

Hitachi ZW220 Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.50 ft (0.46 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11.10 ft (3.38 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	13.50 ft (4.11 m)
Length with Bucket on Ground	27.40 ft (8.35 m)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	4.00 ft (1.22 m)
Wheelbase	10.90 ft (3.32 m)
Width Over Tires	9.20 ft (2.80 m)

Engine

Hitachi ZW220 Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbocharger & Intercooled
Displacement	475.40 cu in (7,790.43 cu cm)
Engine Model	AH-6HK1X
Net Power	220.00 hp (164.06 kw)
Number of Cylinders	6
Power Measured @	2000 rpm

Hydraulic System

Hitachi ZW220 Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time	1.4 seconds
Lower Time	3.5 seconds
Pump Type	variable displacement axial plunger pump
Raise Time	5.6 seconds

Operating Specifications

Hitachi ZW220 Wheel Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	50 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	10.10 gal (38.23 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	6.70 gal (25.36 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	8.50 gal (32.17 l)
Fuel Capacity	75.30 gal (285.01 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	30.20 gal (114.31 l)
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	38,029.80 lbs (17,250.05 kg)
Rear Axle Oscillation	24 degrees
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	9.00 gal (34.07 l)
Static Tipping Weight	30,864.80 lbs (14,000.06 kg)
Tire Size	23.5-25-16PR (L3)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	6.70 gal (25.36 l)
Turning Radius	18.50 ft (5.64 m)

Transmission

Hitachi ZW220 Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	21.50 mph (34.60 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	21.50 mph (34.60 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	Torque converter countershaft type powershift with computer controlled automatic shift and manual shift features included

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