Head to head
Case Construction Equipment 221F vs JCB 3CX Compact
The JCB 3CX Compact is the bigger machine by 379kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 3CX Compact is the bigger machine by 379kg.
Specifications side by side
| Case Construction Equipment 221F | JCB 3CX Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,691kg | 6070 kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 55 kW |
| Dig depth | - | 5 m |
| Travel Speed | - | 40 kph |
Sources: Case Construction Equipment 221F, JCB 3CX Compact. 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 3CX Compact if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 379kg
Aimed at utility, highways and town-centre work where a full-size backhoe will not fit. Used for trenching, loading and breaking out on narrow roads, estates and tight sites.
Full 3CX Compact specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Case Construction Equipment 221F and the JCB 3CX Compact?
The JCB 3CX Compact is the bigger machine by 379kg. The Case Construction Equipment 221F is a compact wheel loader; the JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide.
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