Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs Takeuchi TB230
The Takeuchi TB230 is the bigger machine by 1,126kg and digs 27cm deeper.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB230 is the bigger machine by 1,126kg.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB230 digs 27cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | 2875 kg |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | 2835 mm |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | 3230 mm |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | - |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, Takeuchi TB230. 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 TB230 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,126kg
- you want one that digs 27cm deeper
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 16C-1 and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Takeuchi TB230 is the bigger machine by 1,126kg and digs 27cm deeper. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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