Head to head
Comacchio GEO 900 vs Takeuchi TB216
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Comacchio GEO 900 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 126-180kW (169-240hp) | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Weight | 16-18 tonnes | - |
| Torque range | 1,300-1,520 daNm | - |
| Feed stroke | 4,000-7,000mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GEO 900 if...
A crawler-mounted rig for geotechnical investigation, water well and geothermal drilling, adaptable to several drilling methods on the same base machine. Ground investigation and specialist drilling contractors hire it rather than general groundworks firms.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
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 Comacchio GEO 900 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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