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Case Construction Equipment 221F vs John Deere 6170R

The John Deere 6170R has 70kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

221F
Case Construction Equipment 221F
John Deere 6170R
John Deere 6170R - image: McGovern Plant Hire

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Case Construction Equipment 221FJohn Deere 6170R
Engine power55kW (74hp)125kW (170hp)
Operating weight5,691kg-

Sources: Case Construction Equipment 221F, John Deere 6170R. 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.

Full 221F specifications →

Buy or hire the 6170R if...

  • you want one that has 70kW more power

A mid-size utility tractor used on plant-hire fleets for towing plant trailers, running PTO-driven attachments and general groundwork traction where a dedicated construction tractor unit isn't justified. Suits contractors who need towing capacity rather than pure horsepower.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Case Construction Equipment 221F and the John Deere 6170R?

The John Deere 6170R has 70kW more power. The Case Construction Equipment 221F is a compact wheel loader; the John Deere 6170R is a 170hp agricultural tractor.

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