Head to head
Caterpillar 301.7 CR vs Takeuchi TB225
The Takeuchi TB225 is the bigger machine by 485kg and digs 4cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB225 is the bigger machine by 485kg.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB225 digs 4cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | Takeuchi TB225 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) | 2400 kg |
| Dig depth | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) | 2580 mm |
| Engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) | - |
| Dump height | - | 2875 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 19.3 kN |
Sources: Caterpillar 301.7 CR, Takeuchi TB225. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 301.7 CR if...
The Cat 301.7 CR is Caterpillar's roughly 2 tonne mini excavator, built around the Cat C1.1 engine and backed by Caterpillar's dealer network for parts and service. It is specified on UK sites for the same drainage, groundworks and utility jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and Takeuchi TB216, with buyers often citing Cat's residual values and dealer support over price. It is one of the smaller models in Caterpillar's wider mini excavator line-up, which extends up to around 10 tonnes.
Full 301.7 CR specifications →Buy or hire the TB225 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 485kg
- you want one that digs 4cm deeper
A towable 2 to 2.5 tonne digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on drainage, small foundations and garden work. The extendable track frame lets it pass through narrow gaps and then widen for stability.
Full TB225 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and the Takeuchi TB225?
The Takeuchi TB225 is the bigger machine by 485kg and digs 4cm deeper. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks.
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