Head to head
Case Construction Equipment 221F vs Hitachi ZX225US-7
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 73kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
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Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 73kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Case Construction Equipment 221F | Hitachi ZX225US-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,691kg | 24,800 - 29,100kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 128.4kW (ISO14396) / 122kW (ISO9249) |
| Dig depth | - | 6,120mm |
Sources: Case Construction Equipment 221F, Hitachi ZX225US-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 ZX225US-7 if...
- you want one that has 73kW more power
For contractors working in restricted yards or alongside live structures who still need the dig performance of a 20-tonne-plus machine. The reduced tail swing keeps the counterweight closer to the tracks than a standard crawler excavator of this size.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Case Construction Equipment 221F and the Hitachi ZX225US-7?
The Hitachi ZX225US-7 has 73kW more power. The Case Construction Equipment 221F is a compact wheel loader; the Hitachi ZX225US-7 is a 22-29 tonne reduced-tail-swing medium excavator.
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