Head to head
Kubota U10-5 vs Takeuchi TB235-2
The Takeuchi TB235-2 digs 1.45m (4.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB235-2 digs 1.45m (4.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota U10-5 | Takeuchi TB235-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dig depth | 1800mm | 3245 mm |
| Operating weight | - | 3465 kg |
| Dump height | - | 3595 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 27.1 kN |
Sources: Kubota U10-5, Takeuchi TB235-2. 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 TB235-2 if...
- you want one that digs 1.45m (4.5ft) deeper
A popular 3.5 tonne class digger for groundworks, drainage, utilities and landscaping contractors, and a regular hire fleet size. Suits trenching and foundation digging where more reach and lift than a 3 tonne machine is needed.
Full TB235-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota U10-5 and the Takeuchi TB235-2?
The Takeuchi TB235-2 digs 1.45m (4.5ft) deeper. The Kubota U10-5 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator.
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