Head to head
Case Construction Equipment 221F vs Hitachi ZX145W-6
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 50kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 50kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Case Construction Equipment 221F | Hitachi ZX145W-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,691kg | 15,000 - 17,200kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 105kW (ISO14396) |
| Dig depth | - | 5,520 - 5,770mm |
Sources: Case Construction Equipment 221F, Hitachi ZX145W-6. 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 ZX145W-6 if...
- you want one that has 50kW more power
Suits municipal and utility contractors who need a mobile, road-going digger for drainage and reinstatement work spread across several sites in a day. The wheeled undercarriage trades some stability for speed between jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Case Construction Equipment 221F and the Hitachi ZX145W-6?
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 has 50kW more power. The Case Construction Equipment 221F is a compact wheel loader; the Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator.
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