Head to head
Case Construction Equipment 221F vs Hitachi ZX220W-7
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 73kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 73kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Case Construction Equipment 221F | Hitachi ZX220W-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,691kg | 20,100 - 24,900kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 128kW |
| Dig depth | - | 5,810 - 6,300mm |
Sources: Case Construction Equipment 221F, Hitachi ZX220W-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 ZX220W-7 if...
- you want one that has 73kW more power
Targets larger utility, sewer and civils contractors who need crawler-class digging power on a road-going wheeled chassis. It sits at the top of Hitachi's current wheeled-excavator line, giving extra reach and depth over the 170W and 145W.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Case Construction Equipment 221F and the Hitachi ZX220W-7?
The Hitachi ZX220W-7 has 73kW more power. The Case Construction Equipment 221F is a compact wheel loader; the Hitachi ZX220W-7 is a 20-25 tonne wheeled excavator, the largest in Hitachi's ZX-7 wheeled range.
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