Head to head
Hitachi ZX135USB-7 vs Takeuchi TB216
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 11,935kg and has 63kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 11,935kg.
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX135USB-7 has 63kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX135USB-7 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,800 - 16,000kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine power | 74kW (ISO14396) / 73kW (ISO9249) | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Hitachi ZX135USB-7, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX135USB-7 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 11,935kg
- you want one that has 63kW more power
Built for sites with tight working margins - roadside, urban and confined yards - where a swinging counterweight would foul walls, parked vehicles or passing traffic. Popular with utility and demolition contractors working close to structures.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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 ZX135USB-7 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is the bigger machine by 11,935kg and has 63kW more power. The Hitachi ZX135USB-7 is a 13 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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