Head to head
Mecalac 9MDX vs Takeuchi TB216
The Mecalac 9MDX has 543kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,450kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac 9MDX has 543kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac 9MDX is the bigger machine by 3,450kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 9MDX | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5315 kg (11718 lb) to 5715 kg (12600 lb) | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW (74 hp) | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Payload | 9000 kg | - |
| Travel speed | 25 km/h | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Mecalac 9MDX, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 9MDX if...
- you want one that has 543kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,450kg
A 9 tonne dumper with a fully enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab for bulk earthmoving, civils and road works on UK sites. Available with front tip or swivel skip.
Full 9MDX specifications →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 Mecalac 9MDX and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Mecalac 9MDX has 543kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,450kg. The Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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