Head to head
Takeuchi TB2150 vs Takeuchi TB216
The Takeuchi TB2150 is the bigger machine by 13,230kg and has 74kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB2150 is the bigger machine by 13,230kg.
- Engine power: the Takeuchi TB2150 has 74kW more power.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB2150 digs 2.83m (9.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB2150 | Takeuchi TB216 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 15,095kg | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) |
| Dig depth | 5225mm | 2,390 mm |
| Engine power | 85kW | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) |
| Width | 2690mm | - |
| Extendable undercarriage width | - | 980 - 1,300 mm |
Sources: Takeuchi TB2150, Takeuchi TB216. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB2150 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 13,230kg
- you want one that has 74kW more power
- you want one that digs 2.83m (9.5ft) deeper
A full-size excavator for civil engineering, bulk earthmoving and demolition. At 15.1 tonnes it moves on a low-loader and is often hired with an operator. It digs to 5225mm.
Full TB2150 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 Takeuchi TB2150 and the Takeuchi TB216?
The Takeuchi TB2150 is the bigger machine by 13,230kg and has 74kW more power. The Takeuchi TB2150 is a full-size tracked excavator; the Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator.
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