Head to head
Case Construction Equipment 221F vs Hitachi ZX135USB-7
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 19kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 19kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Case Construction Equipment 221F | Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,691kg | 13,800 - 16,000kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) |
Sources: Case Construction Equipment 221F, Hitachi ZX135USB-7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 221F if...
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 ZX135USB-7 if...
- you want one that has 19kW more power
Built for sites with tight working margins - roadside, urban and confined yards - where a swinging counterweight would foul walls, parked vehicles or passing traffic. Popular with utility and demolition contractors working close to structures.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Case Construction Equipment 221F and the Hitachi ZX135USB-7?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 19kW more power. The Case Construction Equipment 221F is a compact wheel loader; the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator.
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