Head to head
Hitachi 33U vs Takeuchi TB225
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,087kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,087kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi 33U | Takeuchi TB225 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,487 kg | 2400 kg |
| 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 | - | 2580 mm |
| Dump height | - | 2875 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 19.3 kN |
Sources: Hitachi 33U, Takeuchi TB225. 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 1,087kg
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 TB225 if...
A towable 2 to 2.5 tonne digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on drainage, small foundations and garden work. The extendable track frame lets it pass through narrow gaps and then widen for stability.
Full TB225 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi 33U and the Takeuchi TB225?
The Hitachi 33U is the bigger machine by 1,087kg. The Hitachi 33U is a mini excavator, approximately 3 tonne class; the Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks.
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