Head to head
Hitachi ZX33U-6 vs Takeuchi TB225
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator. The Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX33U-6 | Takeuchi TB225 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3,320 - 3,720kg | 2400 kg |
| Dig depth | 2,790 - 3,130mm | 2580 mm |
| Engine power | 18.8kW | - |
| Dump height | - | 2875 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 19.3 kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX33U-6, Takeuchi TB225. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX33U-6 if...
A general-purpose mini digger for landscaping, utilities and small groundworks contractors who need to work in gardens, driveways and other access-restricted sites. Its zero tail swing lets it turn on the spot without swinging into fences or walls.
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- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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.
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What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX33U-6 and the Takeuchi TB225?
The Hitachi ZX33U-6 is a 3.3-3.7 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks.
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