Head to head
Doosan DX235LC vs Takeuchi TB216
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21,335kg and has 113kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21,335kg.
- Engine power: the Doosan DX235LC has 113kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Doosan DX235LC | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23.2 tonnes | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine power | 124kW (Doosan DL06P) | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Max digging depth | 6.095m | - |
| Bucket capacity | 1.05m3 standard (0.51-1.32m3 range) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Doosan DX235LC, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DX235LC if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 21,335kg
- you want one that has 113kW more power
A mid-size crawler excavator used for groundworks, drainage and general digging on commercial sites. Its 23-tonne class puts it between compact excavators and the larger machines used for bulk earthmoving.
Full DX235LC specifications →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 Doosan DX235LC and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Doosan DX235LC is the bigger machine by 21,335kg and has 113kW more power. The Doosan DX235LC is a 23-tonne class crawler excavator; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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