Head to head
SANY SY26U vs Takeuchi TB240
The Takeuchi TB240 has 12kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,410kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Takeuchi TB240 has 12kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB240 is the bigger machine by 1,410kg.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB240 digs 66cm (2ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| SANY SY26U | Takeuchi TB240 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,660 kg | 4070KG |
| Dig depth | 2,810 mm | 3465mm |
| Engine power | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm | 26.7kW |
| Transport width | 1,550 mm | - |
| Bucket breakout force | - | 30.8kN |
Sources: SANY SY26U, Takeuchi TB240. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Buy or hire the TB240 if...
- you want one that has 12kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,410kg
- you want one that digs 66cm (2ft) deeper
A 4 tonne tracked excavator used by groundworkers, housebuilders and utility contractors for trenching, foundations and general digging. It sits between small mini diggers and 5 tonne machines in a typical UK hire fleet.
Full TB240 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the SANY SY26U and the Takeuchi TB240?
The Takeuchi TB240 has 12kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,410kg. The SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB240 is a 4 tonne mini excavator with cab and air conditioning.
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