Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Takeuchi TB216
The JCB 525-60 has 44kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,625kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 525-60 has 44kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 3,625kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 525-60 if...
- you want one that has 44kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,625kg
A compact telehandler for builders, roofers and merchants lifting pallets and materials on housing and refurbishment sites, and for yard and farm loading. Its low height and narrow width suit restricted access.
Full 525-60 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 JCB 525-60 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The JCB 525-60 has 44kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,625kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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