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Hydrema 912F vs Takeuchi TB216

The Hydrema 912F has 97kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

912F
Hydrema 912F
Takeuchi TB216
Takeuchi TB216 - image: takeuchi-mfg.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Hydrema 912FTakeuchi TB216
Engine power108kW (147hp)11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70)
Unladen weight7,270kg-
Payload10,000kg-
Operating weight-1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy)
Dig depth-2,390 mm
Extendable undercarriage width-980 - 1,300 mm

Sources: Hydrema 912F, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 912F if...

  • you want one that has 97kW more power

A rough-terrain dumper for groundworks and quarry contractors moving large volumes of muck or aggregate across soft or uneven sites, where a standard site dumper's capacity would be too small. Its articulated, all-wheel-drive chassis is built for traction rather than road speed.

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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 Hydrema 912F and the Takeuchi TB216?

The Hydrema 912F has 97kW more power. The Hydrema 912F is a 10 tonne payload articulated dumper; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.

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