Head to head
Niftylift HR15 4x4 vs Takeuchi TB216
The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is the bigger machine by 2,635kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Niftylift HR15 4x4 is the bigger machine by 2,635kg.
Specifications side by side
| Niftylift HR15 4x4 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,500kg diesel, 4,800kg hybrid, stated as minimum | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Working height | 15.7m (51ft 6in) | - |
| Working outreach | 9.4m (31ft) | - |
| Platform capacity | 225kg | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,390 mm |
| Engine power | - | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Niftylift HR15 4x4, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HR15 4x4 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,635kg
A British-built boom lift favoured by hire fleets for its narrow 2m width and tight turning circle, which let it reach working heights that normally require a much larger machine on a more constrained site. The flexible boom design allows working up and over obstacles.
Full HR15 4x4 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 Niftylift HR15 4x4 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is the bigger machine by 2,635kg. The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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