Head to head
Komatsu PC210LC-11 vs Takeuchi TB216
The Komatsu PC210LC-11 is the bigger machine by 21,375kg.
Last reviewed 9 November 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Komatsu PC210LC-11 is the bigger machine by 21,375kg.
Specifications side by side
| Komatsu PC210LC-11 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 23240 (kg); 51231 (lbs) | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine power | 165 (HP); 123 (kW) | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Bucket capacity | 0.97 (m); 1.27 (yd) | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Komatsu PC210LC-11, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PC210LC-11 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 21,375kg
Civil contractors and hire fleets use this crawler excavator for earthmoving, trench work and loading lorries. Its hydrostatic swing and steady hydraulic output help it keep pace through repeated digging cycles. It is a common choice where a larger machine is needed for longer, heavier shifts on big sites.
Full PC210LC-11 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 Komatsu PC210LC-11 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Komatsu PC210LC-11 is the bigger machine by 21,375kg. The Komatsu PC210LC-11 is a a mid-size crawler excavator with a long undercarriage for heavy digging and truck loading.; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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