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Komatsu PC210LC-11 vs Takeuchi TB230

The Komatsu PC210LC-11 is the bigger machine by 20,365kg.

Last reviewed 9 November 2026

PC210LC-11
Komatsu PC210LC-11
Takeuchi TB230
Takeuchi TB230 - image: Takeuchi Mfg. UK Ltd.

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Komatsu PC210LC-11Takeuchi TB230
Operating weight23240 (kg); 51231 (lbs)2875 kg
Engine power165 (HP); 123 (kW)-
Bucket capacity0.97 (m); 1.27 (yd)-
Dig depth-2835 mm
Dump height-3230 mm
Breakout force-20.9 kN

Sources: Komatsu PC210LC-11, Takeuchi TB230. 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 20,365kg

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 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 Komatsu PC210LC-11 and the Takeuchi TB230?

The Komatsu PC210LC-11 is the bigger machine by 20,365kg. The Komatsu PC210LC-11 is a a mid-size crawler excavator with a long undercarriage for heavy digging and truck loading.; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.

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