Head to head
Genie Z-45/25J RT vs Takeuchi TB216
The Genie Z-45/25J RT is the bigger machine by 4,650kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Genie Z-45/25J RT is the bigger machine by 4,650kg.
Specifications side by side
| Genie Z-45/25J RT | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 6,515kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Working height | 15.86m (51ft 6in) maximum | - |
| Platform height | 13.86m (45ft 6in) maximum | - |
| Platform capacity | 227kg unrestricted | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Engine power | - | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Genie Z-45/25J RT, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Z-45/25J RT if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,650kg
A widely hired rough-terrain boom for construction and outdoor maintenance. The articulating up-and-over jib is what separates it from a straight telescopic boom: it reaches over an obstacle rather than only to it, which is often the entire requirement.
Full Z-45/25J RT 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 Genie Z-45/25J RT and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Genie Z-45/25J RT is the bigger machine by 4,650kg. The Genie Z-45/25J RT is a rough terrain articulating boom lift; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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