Head to head
Bobcat S450 vs Case Construction Equipment 221F
The Case Construction Equipment 221F is the bigger machine by 3,326kg and has 19kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Case Construction Equipment 221F is the bigger machine by 3,326kg.
- Engine power: the Case Construction Equipment 221F has 19kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat S450 | Case Construction Equipment 221F | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2365kg | 5,691kg |
| Engine power | 35.9kW rated (48.1kW max, Kubota V2403 diesel) | 55kW (74hp) |
| Rated operating capacity | 608kg (ISO 14397-1) | - |
| Lift height | 2.8m | - |
| Tipping load | 1215kg | - |
Sources: Bobcat S450, Case Construction Equipment 221F. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S450 if...
Bobcat's entry-level skid steer, small enough for tight domestic and groundworks sites but still able to run a full range of buckets and attachments. Plant hire fleets keep it as their smallest skid steer for jobs a mini digger cannot reach.
Listed by
- JMP Plant Hire Essex - Ingatestone, Norton Heath
Buy or hire the 221F if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,326kg
- you want one that has 19kW more power
A compact wheeled loading shovel used for yard work, muck-away and material handling on smaller sites. Its size suits jobs too tight for a full-size wheel loader but too heavy for a skid steer.
Listed by
- Baz plant Sales agricultural plant and machinery dealer - Chesterfield
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat S450 and the Case Construction Equipment 221F?
The Case Construction Equipment 221F is the bigger machine by 3,326kg and has 19kW more power. The Bobcat S450 is a compact skid steer loader; the Case Construction Equipment 221F is a compact wheel loader.
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