Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Hitachi ZW120-6 is a compact wheel loader designed for versatile material handling and construction tasks. Equipped with a powerful engine and advanced hydraulic system, the ZW120-6 delivers efficient performance and fuel economy. Its robust frame and durable components ensure reliability in demanding environments. The operator cabin offers enhanced visibility, ergonomic controls, and comfort features to improve productivity. Ideal for loading, lifting, and transporting materials, the Hitachi ZW120-6 wheel loader is suitable for construction sites, landscaping, agriculture, and industrial applications. This model combines maneuverability with strength, making it a practical choice for medium-duty loading operations.
| Bucket Capacity | 2 (1.5) Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Engine Model | TCD3.6L4F Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Engine Power | 96 (71) Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Engine Power Net hp (kW) | 96 (71) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Engine type | DEUTZ Starting 2019 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height | 8.83 (2.71)*/10 (3.04)** Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Max Dump Height ft. (m) | 8.83 (2.71)*/10 (3.04)** Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 18,585 (8,430) Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 18,590 (8,430) Starting 2025 Model Year |
| Drive System | Four-wheel drive system |
| Final Drives | Heavy-duty planetary mounted inboard |
| Front | Fixed to the front frame |
| Front & rear axle | Semi-floating |
| Oscillation angle | Total 20 degrees (+10 -10) |
| Rear | Trunnion support |
| Reduction and differential gear | Two stage reduction with torque proportional differential |
| Parking Brake | Spring applied hydraulically released wet disc type |
| Service Brakes | Inboard mounted fully hydraulic 4 wheel wet disc brakes. Front & rear independent brake circuit HST (Hydro Static Transmission) system provides additional hydraulic braking capacity |
| Aftertreatment | DOC and SCR system |
| Air Cleaner | Two element dry type with restriction indicator |
| Aspiration | Turbocharger and intercooled |
| Batteries | 2 x 12 V |
| Bore and Stroke | 3.9 in x 4.7 in (98 mm x 120 mm) |
| Emission | Complies with EU stage IV and US EPA Tier 4 Final |
| Maximum rated power ISO 14396, gross | 101 (74 kW) at 2000 min (rpm) |
| Maximum rated power ISO 9249, net | 96 (71 kW) at 2000 min (rpm) |
| Maximum Torgue | 400 NM at 1600 min (rpm) |
| No. of cylinders | 4 |
| Piston Displacement | 221 in (561 cm) |
| Type | 4-cycle water-cooled direct injection |
| Arm Controls | Four position valve; Raise hold lower float Bucket controls with automatic bucket return to-dig control |
| Filters | Full-flow 10 micron return filter in reservoir |
| HST charging pump | Gear type 10.4 gal/min (39.2 L/min) at 2000 min (rpm) at 2.5 MPa (25 kgf/cm2) |
| Hydraulic cycle times - Bucket dump | 1.6 seconds |
| Hydraulic cycle times - Lift arm lower | 2.7 seconds |
| Hydraulic cycle times - Lift arm raise | 6.6 seconds |
| Hydraulic cycle times - Total | 10.9 seconds |
| Hydraulic cylinders - No. x Bore x Stroke | Arm: 2 x 4.1 in x 28.0 in (2 x 105 mm x 710 mm) Bucket: 1 x 4.9 in x 17.5 in (1 x 125 mm x 445 mm) |
| Hydraulic cylinders Type | Double acting type |
| Main pump (Load & steer) | Gear type 32.0 gal/min (121 L/min) at 2000 min-1 (rpm) at 20.6 MPa (210 kgf/cm2) |
| Relief pressure setting | 20.6 MPa (210 kgf/cm2) |
| Transmission charging pump | Gear type 5.9 gal/min (22 L/min) at 2000 min (rpm) at 1.8 MPa (18 kgf/cm2 |
| Cooling Method | Forced circulation type |
| Transmission | Electrical-controlled 1 motor hydrostatic transmission with gear box Gear box: Fixed gear ratio powershift countershaft type |
| Travel speed Forward/Reverse - 1st | 7 mph (11 kph) |
| Travel speed Forward/Reverse - 2nd | 35 mph (56 kph) |
| Cylinders | Double-acting piston type |
| No. x Bore x Stroke | 2 x 2.4 in x 15.6 in (2 x 60 mm x 395 mm) |
| Steering Angle | Each direction 40 degrees; total 80 degrees |
| Type | Articulated frame steering |