Head to head
Avant 640 vs Takeuchi TB216
The Avant 640 has 17kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Avant 640 has 17kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Avant 640, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
- you want one that has 17kW more power
An all-round compact loader with stronger auxiliary hydraulics for running more attachments, used by landscapers, stables, estates and small contractors. Light enough to be moved on a trailer or larger van.
Full 640 specifications →Buy or hire the TB216 if...
The Takeuchi TB216 is a long-running fixture of the UK 1.5-2 tonne mini excavator hire class, used for groundworks, drainage and small demolition jobs. Its extendable undercarriage gives it the stability of a wider track base for digging while still narrowing for transport and access. It competes closely with the Kubota KX019-4 and similarly sized Bobcat and JCB machines for the same hire slots.
Full TB216 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Avant 640 has 17kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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