Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs Takeuchi TB240
The Takeuchi TB240 has 9kW more power and is the bigger machine by 571kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Takeuchi TB240 has 9kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB240 is the bigger machine by 571kg.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB240 digs 35cm (1ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | Takeuchi TB240 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 4070KG |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | 3465mm |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 26.7kW |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 30.8kN |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, Takeuchi TB240. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E35z if...
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 TB240 if...
- you want one that has 9kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 571kg
- you want one that digs 35cm (1ft) deeper
A 4 tonne tracked excavator used by groundworkers, housebuilders and utility contractors for trenching, foundations and general digging. It sits between small mini diggers and 5 tonne machines in a typical UK hire fleet.
Full TB240 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the Takeuchi TB240?
The Takeuchi TB240 has 9kW more power and is the bigger machine by 571kg. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB240 is a 4 tonne mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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