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Case Construction Equipment 221F vs Hitachi ZX75US-5

The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 3,039kg. The Case Construction Equipment 221F has 13kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Case Construction Equipment 221FHitachi ZX75US-5
Operating weight5,691kg8730kg (19,244lb)
Engine power55kW (74hp)42.4kW (56.9hp)
Max digging depth-4.61m (15'1")

Sources: Case Construction Equipment 221F, Hitachi ZX75US-5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 221F if...

  • you want one that has 13kW more power

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.

Full 221F specifications →

Buy or hire the ZX75US-5 if...

  • you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,039kg

A 7-8 tonne excavator with a reduced tail swing radius, letting it work close to walls and in restricted urban sites. A common size in UK plant hire fleets for groundworks and drainage.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Case Construction Equipment 221F and the Hitachi ZX75US-5?

The Hitachi ZX75US-5 is the bigger machine by 3,039kg. The Case Construction Equipment 221F has 13kW more power. The Case Construction Equipment 221F is a compact wheel loader; the Hitachi ZX75US-5 is a reduced tail swing excavator.

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