Head to head
Case Construction Equipment 221F vs Hitachi 33U
The Case Construction Equipment 221F is the bigger machine by 2,204kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Case Construction Equipment 221F is the bigger machine by 2,204kg.
Specifications side by side
| Case Construction Equipment 221F | Hitachi 33U | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,691kg | 3,487 kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | - |
| Width | - | 1,550 mm |
| Rated power ISO 9249 | - | 21.2 kW (28.4 HP) at 2,400 min-1 (rpm) (net) |
| Fuel tank | - | 42.0 L |
Sources: Case Construction Equipment 221F, Hitachi 33U. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 221F if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,204kg
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
Buy or hire the 33U if...
A compact tracked excavator from Hitachi's smaller size class, used for groundworks, drainage and landscaping jobs too tight for a larger machine. It is bought and sold through the used plant market rather than as a current Hitachi catalogue model.
Listed by
- Plant Sales Northern Ireland | P & A Plant Sales - Ballynahinch
Common questions
What is the difference between the Case Construction Equipment 221F and the Hitachi 33U?
The Case Construction Equipment 221F is the bigger machine by 2,204kg. The Case Construction Equipment 221F is a compact wheel loader; the Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class.
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