Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z vs Takeuchi TB216
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z has 7kW more power and is the bigger machine by 820kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z has 7kW more power.
- Operating weight: the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z is the bigger machine by 820kg.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2685 kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine power | 18.5 kW | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Bucket capacity | 0.06 cubic meter | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HX25A Z if...
- you want one that has 7kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 820kg
A zero tailswing 2.5 tonne digger for landscaping, drainage and building work close to walls and fences. Contractors and hire fleets use it where a compact machine still needs to dig a full-depth trench.
Full HX25A Z specifications →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 HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z and the Takeuchi TB216?
The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z has 7kW more power and is the bigger machine by 820kg. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX25A Z is a 2.5 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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