Head to head
Kubota KX027-4 vs Takeuchi TB216
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 35cm (1ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX027-4 digs 35cm (1ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX027-4 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 2740mm | 2,390 mm |
| Width | 1400mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine power | - | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Kubota KX027-4, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX027-4 if...
- you want one that digs 35cm (1ft) deeper
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. In this size it digs to 2740mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
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 Kubota KX027-4 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Kubota KX027-4 digs 35cm (1ft) deeper. The Kubota KX027-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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