Head to head
Mecalac TA6 vs Takeuchi TB216
The Mecalac TA6 has 44kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,280kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Mecalac TA6 has 44kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Mecalac TA6 is the bigger machine by 2,280kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac TA6 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Engine power | 55 kW (74hp) | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Payload | 6000 kg | - |
| Travel speed | 25 km/h | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Mecalac TA6, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TA6 if...
- you want one that has 44kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,280kg
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 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 TA6 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Mecalac TA6 has 44kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,280kg. The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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