Head to head
Niftylift HR15 4x4 vs Takeuchi TB230
The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is the bigger machine by 1,625kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Niftylift HR15 4x4 is the bigger machine by 1,625kg.
Specifications side by side
| Niftylift HR15 4x4 | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,500kg diesel, 4,800kg hybrid, stated as minimum | 2875 kg |
| Working height | 15.7m (51ft 6in) | - |
| Working outreach | 9.4m (31ft) | - |
| Platform capacity | 225kg | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2835 mm |
| Dump height | - | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | - | 20.9 kN |
Sources: Niftylift HR15 4x4, Takeuchi TB230. 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 1,625kg
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 TB230 if...
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Niftylift HR15 4x4 and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is the bigger machine by 1,625kg. The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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