Head to head
JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel vs Takeuchi TB216
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,975kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,975kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,840kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Skip capacity | 3,191 litres (heaped) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Engine power | - | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,975kg
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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 6ST-2S5 Swivel and the Takeuchi TB216?
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,975kg. The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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