Head to head
JCB STH-2S5 Swivel vs Takeuchi TB216
The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel has 7kW more power and is the bigger machine by 525kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel has 7kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 525kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,390kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine power | 18.9kW | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Skip capacity | 1,615 litres (heaped) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: JCB STH-2S5 Swivel, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the STH-2S5 Swivel if...
- you want one that has 7kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 525kg
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
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 STH-2S5 Swivel and the Takeuchi TB216?
The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel has 7kW more power and is the bigger machine by 525kg. The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 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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