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Hitachi ZX145W-6 vs Takeuchi TB230
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator. The Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX145W-6 | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 15,000 - 17,200kg | 2875 kg |
| Dig depth | 5,520 - 5,770mm | 2835 mm |
| Engine power | 105kW (ISO14396) | - |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX145W-6, Takeuchi TB230. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX145W-6 if...
Suits municipal and utility contractors who need a mobile, road-going digger for drainage and reinstatement work spread across several sites in a day. The wheeled undercarriage trades some stability for speed between jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the TB230 if...
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX145W-6 and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Hitachi ZX145W-6 is a 14-17 tonne wheeled excavator; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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