Head to head
Caterpillar 301.7 CR vs Takeuchi TB250-2
The Takeuchi TB250-2 is the bigger machine by 3,205kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB250-2 is the bigger machine by 3,205kg.
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 301.7 CR | Takeuchi TB250-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,915 kg (4,222 lb) | 5120kg |
| Dig depth | 2,540 mm (100 in) (long stick) | - |
| Engine power | 15.7 kW (21 hp) | - |
| Ground reach | - | 5985mm |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 37.2 kN |
| Arm digging force | - | 22.9 kN |
Sources: Caterpillar 301.7 CR, Takeuchi TB250-2. 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 TB250-2 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,205kg
A 5 tonne tracked excavator with a short tail swing, suited to groundworks, civils and utility work in tight sites. Plant hire firms and contractors use this size for trenching, drainage and foundation digging.
Full TB250-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and the Takeuchi TB250-2?
The Takeuchi TB250-2 is the bigger machine by 3,205kg. The Caterpillar 301.7 CR is a a sub-2 tonne conventional-tail-swing mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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