Head to head
Kubota U10-5 vs Takeuchi TB225
The Takeuchi TB225 digs 78cm (2.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB225 digs 78cm (2.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U10-5 | Takeuchi TB225 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 1800mm | 2580 mm |
| Operating weight | - | 2400 kg |
| Dump height | - | 2875 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 19.3 kN |
Sources: Kubota U10-5, Takeuchi TB225. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the U10-5 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. In this size it digs to 1800mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Buy or hire the TB225 if...
- you want one that digs 78cm (2.5ft) deeper
A towable 2 to 2.5 tonne digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on drainage, small foundations and garden work. The extendable track frame lets it pass through narrow gaps and then widen for stability.
Full TB225 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U10-5 and the Takeuchi TB225?
The Takeuchi TB225 digs 78cm (2.5ft) deeper. The Kubota U10-5 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks.
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