Hitachi ZW140-7 vs Komatsu WA470
The Komatsu WA470 is the heavier machine, at 23.3 t against 11.8 t, and the Komatsu WA470 has more power (203 kW against 114 kW).
The Hitachi ZW140-7 is ahead on: faster, turns tighter, narrower to transport, lower to transport. The Komatsu WA470 is ahead on: more power, dumps higher, reaches higher, bigger bucket or body, lifts or carries more, more digging or pushing force, more hydraulic flow, bigger fuel tank.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Hitachi ZW140-7 and the Komatsu WA470 drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.
At a glance
Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.
| Figure | Hitachi ZW140-7 | Komatsu WA470 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 11,840 kg | 23,295 kg |
| Gross powerHigher is better | 115 kW | 204 kW+77% |
| Dump clearance at max liftHigher is better | 2.865 m | 3.185 m+11% |
| Hinge pin height (max lift)Higher is better | 3.8 m | 4.36 m+15% |
| Bucket capacityHigher is better | 2 m³ | 4.2 m³+110% |
| Static tipping load (full turn)Higher is better | 8,240 kg | 15,875 kg+93% |
| Breakout forceHigher is better | 98 kN | 192 kN+96% |
| Pump flowHigher is better | 194 L/min | 260 L/min+34% |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 205 L | 413 L+101% |
| Top speedHigher is better | 39 km/h+8% | 36.2 km/h |
| Turning radius (centre of outside tyre)Lower is better | 5.085 m+23% | 6.63 m |
| Width over tyresLower is better | 2.47 m+18% | 3.01 m |
| Height to top of cabLower is better | 3.275 m+6% | 3.5 m |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Weight
Engine
Performance
Hydraulics
Transmission
Tyres
Service capacities
Service intervals
Sources: Hitachi ZW140-7 / ZW160-7 brochure (Hitachi Construction Machinery Australia, Dec 2023) · Komatsu WA470-6R brochure CEN00309-04 (Komatsu Middle East, en-ae)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Hitachi ZW140-7 vs Komatsu WA470: questions
Which is bigger, the Hitachi ZW140-7 or Komatsu WA470?
By operating weight the Komatsu WA470 is the biggest at 23.3 t, then the Hitachi ZW140-7 at 11.8 t.
Which has more power, the Hitachi ZW140-7 or Komatsu WA470?
The Komatsu WA470: Hitachi ZW140-7 115 kW (154 hp), Komatsu WA470 204 kW (273 HP) (gross power), a 77% difference.
Which has the bigger bucket, the Hitachi ZW140-7 or Komatsu WA470?
The Komatsu WA470: Hitachi ZW140-7 2 m³, Komatsu WA470 4.2 m³ (bucket capacity), a 110% difference.
Which lifts or carries more, the Hitachi ZW140-7 or Komatsu WA470?
The Komatsu WA470: Hitachi ZW140-7 8,240 kg, Komatsu WA470 15,875 kg (static tipping load (full turn)), a 93% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Hitachi ZW140-7 or Komatsu WA470?
The Komatsu WA470: Hitachi ZW140-7 205 L, Komatsu WA470 413 L (fuel tank), a 101% difference.
Which turns tighter, the Hitachi ZW140-7 or Komatsu WA470?
The Hitachi ZW140-7: Hitachi ZW140-7 5.085 m, Komatsu WA470 6.63 m (turning radius (centre of outside tyre)), a 23% difference.
Which is narrower to transport, the Hitachi ZW140-7 or Komatsu WA470?
The Hitachi ZW140-7: Hitachi ZW140-7 2.47 m, Komatsu WA470 3.01 m (width over tyres), a 18% difference.
Where do these figures come from?
Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.
Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?
Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.
