Head to head
JCB 25Z-1 vs Takeuchi TB225
The JCB 25Z-1 digs 24cm deeper and is the bigger machine by 150kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the JCB 25Z-1 digs 24cm deeper.
- Operating weight: the JCB 25Z-1 is the bigger machine by 150kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 25Z-1 | Takeuchi TB225 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2550 kg | 2400 kg |
| Dig depth | 2.82 m | 2580 mm |
| Dump height | 3 m | 2875 mm |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | - |
| Breakout force | - | 19.3 kN |
Sources: JCB 25Z-1, Takeuchi TB225. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 25Z-1 if...
- you want one that digs 24cm deeper
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 150kg
Used by hire firms and small contractors for patios, drainage, footings and work next to walls and fences where a zero-tailswing machine is needed. Sits in the weight class that can be towed on a trailer in restricted regions.
Full 25Z-1 specifications →Buy or hire the TB225 if...
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 25Z-1 and the Takeuchi TB225?
The JCB 25Z-1 digs 24cm deeper and is the bigger machine by 150kg. The JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks.
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