Head to head
JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel vs Takeuchi TB230
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 1,965kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 1,965kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,840kg | 2875 kg |
| Skip capacity | 3,191 litres (heaped) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2835 mm |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel, Takeuchi TB230. 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 1,965kg
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 TB230 if...
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 6ST-2S5 Swivel and the Takeuchi TB230?
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 1,965kg. The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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