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Case Construction Equipment 221F vs Takeuchi TB230

The Case Construction Equipment 221F is the bigger machine by 2,816kg.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Case Construction Equipment 221F
Case Construction Equipment 221F - image: Sonsray Machinery
Takeuchi TB230
Takeuchi TB230 - image: Takeuchi Mfg. UK Ltd.

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Case Construction Equipment 221FTakeuchi TB230
Operating weight5,691kg2875 kg
Engine power55kW (74hp)-
Dig depth-2835 mm
Dump height-3230 mm
Breakout force-20.9 kN

Sources: Case Construction Equipment 221F, Takeuchi TB230. 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 is the bigger machine by 2,816kg

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 TB230 if...

A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.

Full TB230 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Case Construction Equipment 221F and the Takeuchi TB230?

The Case Construction Equipment 221F is the bigger machine by 2,816kg. The Case Construction Equipment 221F is a compact wheel loader; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.

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