Head to head
Case Construction Equipment 221F vs Kubota U17-3a
The Case Construction Equipment 221F has 44kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,991kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Case Construction Equipment 221F has 44kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Case Construction Equipment 221F is the bigger machine by 3,991kg.
Specifications side by side
| Case Construction Equipment 221F | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5,691kg | 1,700kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 11.3kW |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: Case Construction Equipment 221F, Kubota U17-3a. 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 44kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,991kg
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 U17-3a if...
A step up from a micro excavator for landscaping and groundworks contractors who need more dig depth and breakout force while still fitting through a standard gate or gap. Common on garden and small drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Case Construction Equipment 221F and the Kubota U17-3a?
The Case Construction Equipment 221F has 44kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,991kg. The Case Construction Equipment 221F is a compact wheel loader; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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