Head to head
Kubota U10-5 vs Takeuchi TB230
The Takeuchi TB230 digs 1.03m (3.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB230 digs 1.03m (3.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U10-5 | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 1800mm | 2835 mm |
| Operating weight | - | 2875 kg |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: Kubota U10-5, Takeuchi TB230. 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 TB230 if...
- you want one that digs 1.03m (3.5ft) deeper
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U10-5 and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Takeuchi TB230 digs 1.03m (3.5ft) deeper. The Kubota U10-5 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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