Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs Takeuchi TB216
The JCB 16C-1 digs 18cm deeper and has 0kW more power. The Takeuchi TB216 is the bigger machine by 116kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the JCB 16C-1 digs 18cm deeper.
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB216 is the bigger machine by 116kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 16C-1 has 0kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | 2,390 mm |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | - |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 16C-1 if...
- you want one that digs 18cm deeper
- you want one that has 0kW more power
A small tow-behind digger for domestic groundworks, drainage and service trenches where a van or pickup is the transport. It suits hire fleets and builders working in gardens and tight side access.
Full 16C-1 specifications →Buy or hire the TB216 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 116kg
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 JCB 16C-1 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The JCB 16C-1 digs 18cm deeper and has 0kW more power. The Takeuchi TB216 is the bigger machine by 116kg. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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