Head to head
Kubota KX060-5 vs Takeuchi TB216
The Kubota KX060-5 has 36kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,576kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Kubota KX060-5 has 36kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX060-5 is the bigger machine by 3,576kg.
- Dig depth: the Kubota KX060-5 digs 1.49m (5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX060-5 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5441 kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Dig depth | 3875 mm | 2,390 mm |
| Engine power | 47.6 kw | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Width | 1960 mm | - |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Kubota KX060-5, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX060-5 if...
- you want one that has 36kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,576kg
- you want one that digs 1.49m (5ft) deeper
A 5 tonne class digger for groundworks and civils contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading, and a common step up from 3 to 4 tonne hire machines.
Full KX060-5 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 KX060-5 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Kubota KX060-5 has 36kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,576kg. The Kubota KX060-5 is a 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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