Head to head
Caterpillar 301.7 CR vs Takeuchi TB240
The Takeuchi TB240 is the bigger machine by 2,155kg and has 11kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB240 is the bigger machine by 2,155kg.
- Engine power: the Takeuchi TB240 has 11kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB240 digs 93cm (3ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | Takeuchi TB240 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) | 4070KG |
| Dig depth | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) | 3465mm |
| Engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) | 26.7kW |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 30.8kN |
Sources: Caterpillar 301.7 CR, Takeuchi TB240. 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 TB240 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,155kg
- you want one that has 11kW more power
- you want one that digs 93cm (3ft) 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 Caterpillar 301.7 CR and the Takeuchi TB240?
The Takeuchi TB240 is the bigger machine by 2,155kg and has 11kW more power. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB240 is a 4 tonne mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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