Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs Takeuchi TB225
The Takeuchi TB225 is the bigger machine by 651kg and digs 1cm deeper.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB225 is the bigger machine by 651kg.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB225 digs 1cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | Takeuchi TB225 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | 2400 kg |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | 2580 mm |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | 2875 mm |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | - |
| Breakout force | - | 19.3 kN |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, Takeuchi TB225. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 16C-1 if...
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 TB225 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 651kg
- you want one that digs 1cm deeper
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.
Full TB225 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 16C-1 and the Takeuchi TB225?
The Takeuchi TB225 is the bigger machine by 651kg and digs 1cm deeper. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks.
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