Head to head
Hitachi ZX85USB-6 vs Takeuchi TB250-2
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator. The Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX85USB-6 | Takeuchi TB250-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,430 - 9,060kg | 5120kg |
| Dig depth | 3,910 - 4,510mm | - |
| Engine power | 42.4kW | - |
| Ground reach | - | 5985mm |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 37.2 kN |
| Arm digging force | - | 22.9 kN |
Sources: Hitachi ZX85USB-6, Takeuchi TB250-2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX85USB-6 if...
A popular hire-fleet size for groundworkers and utility contractors who need more reach and dig depth than a mini excavator but still want a zero-swing tail for working close to walls and other plant. Common on drainage and footing jobs on housing sites.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the TB250-2 if...
A 5 tonne tracked excavator with a short tail swing, suited to groundworks, civils and utility work in tight sites. Plant hire firms and contractors use this size for trenching, drainage and foundation digging.
Full TB250-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Hitachi ZX85USB-6 and the Takeuchi TB250-2?
The Hitachi ZX85USB-6 is a 8.4-9.1 tonne zero tail swing crawler excavator; the Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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