Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Takeuchi TB216
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,634kg and has 7kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,634kg.
- Engine power: the Bobcat E35z has 7kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Bobcat E35z digs 73cm (2.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 2,390 mm |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E35z if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,634kg
- you want one that has 7kW more power
- you want one that digs 73cm (2.5ft) deeper
A zero tail swing mini excavator for groundworks, drainage and utility work where the rear of the machine must stay inside the track width. Contractors and plant hire fleets use this class for trenching and foundations in confined sites.
Full E35z 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 Bobcat E35z and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Bobcat E35z is the bigger machine by 1,634kg and has 7kW more power. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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