Head to head
Kubota KX080-4a vs Takeuchi TB216
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,375kg and has 35kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,375kg.
- Engine power: the Kubota KX080-4a has 35kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX080-4a | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8240kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine power | 63.2PS | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Kubota KX080-4a, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX080-4a if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,375kg
- you want one that has 35kW more power
A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 8.2 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader.
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 KX080-4a and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Kubota KX080-4a is the bigger machine by 6,375kg and has 35kW more power. The Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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