Head to head
Kubota KX030-4 vs Takeuchi TB216
The Kubota KX030-4 has 6kW more power and is the bigger machine by 925kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX030-4 has 6kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX030-4 is the bigger machine by 925kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX030-4 digs 48cm (1.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX030-4 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2790 kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Dig depth | 2870 mm | 2,390 mm |
| Engine power | 17.7 kw | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Width | 1500 mm | - |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Kubota KX030-4, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX030-4 if...
- you want one that has 6kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 925kg
- you want one that digs 48cm (1.5ft) deeper
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 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 Kubota KX030-4 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Kubota KX030-4 has 6kW more power and is the bigger machine by 925kg. The Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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