Head to head
Liebherr L556 XPower vs Takeuchi TB216
The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with xpower power-split driveline. The Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Liebherr L556 XPower | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 19,600 - 21,600 kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Tipping load | 9,300 - 13,750 kg | - |
| Bucket capacity | 2.80 - 10.00 m3 | - |
| Rated output ISO 14396 / ECE-R.120 | 183 kW / 249 HP | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Engine power | - | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Liebherr L556 XPower, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the L556 XPower if...
A large wheel loader for quarry and bulk material handling work. Liebherr's XPower driveline splits power between hydrostatic and mechanical drive to cut fuel use on repetitive load-and-carry cycles.
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- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
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 Liebherr L556 XPower and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with XPower power-split driveline; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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