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Case Construction Equipment 221F vs Hitachi ZX135W-7

The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 50kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Case Construction Equipment 221FHitachi ZX135W-7
Operating weight5,691kg14,500 - 15,900kg
Engine power55kW (74hp)105kW (ISO14396) / 100kW (ISO9249)

Sources: Case Construction Equipment 221F, Hitachi ZX135W-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.

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Buy or hire the ZX135W-7 if...

  • you want one that has 50kW more power

A road-legal wheeled excavator for contractors who need to self-drive between sites without a low-loader, such as utilities and highways crews. The short-tail-swing design keeps it usable on narrow verges and in traffic-managed lanes.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Case Construction Equipment 221F and the Hitachi ZX135W-7?

The Hitachi ZX135W-7 has 50kW more power. The Case Construction Equipment 221F is a compact wheel loader; the Hitachi ZX135W-7 is a 13-16 tonne short-tail wheeled excavator.

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