Head to head
Hitachi 33U vs Takeuchi TB216
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,622kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,622kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi 33U | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,487 kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Width | 1,550 mm | - |
| Rated power ISO 9249 | 21.2 kW (28.4 HP) at 2,400 min-1 (rpm) (net) | - |
| Fuel tank | 42.0 L | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Engine power | - | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Hitachi 33U, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 33U if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,622kg
A compact tracked excavator from Hitachi's smaller size class, used for groundworks, drainage and landscaping jobs too tight for a larger machine. It is bought and sold through the used plant market rather than as a current Hitachi catalogue model.
Listed by
- Plant Sales Northern Ireland | P & A Plant Sales - Ballynahinch
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 Hitachi 33U and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,622kg. The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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