Head to head
Takeuchi TB216 vs Takeuchi TB295W
The Takeuchi TB295W has 74kW more power and is the bigger machine by 8,512kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Takeuchi TB295W has 74kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB295W is the bigger machine by 8,512kg.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB295W digs 1.73m (5.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB216 | Takeuchi TB295W | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) | 10,377kg (10,667kg with outriggers) |
| Dig depth | 2,390 mm | 4,115mm |
| Engine power | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) | 85kW |
| Extendable undercarriage width | 980 - 1,300 mm | - |
Sources: Takeuchi TB216, Takeuchi TB295W. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →Buy or hire the TB295W if...
- you want one that has 74kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 8,512kg
- you want one that digs 1.73m (5.5ft) deeper
A road-going wheeled excavator for utility and drainage contractors who need to move between multiple jobs in a day without a low-loader. Its size sits between compact and medium wheeled excavators, giving useful dig depth for pipe and sewer work.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB216 and the Takeuchi TB295W?
The Takeuchi TB295W has 74kW more power and is the bigger machine by 8,512kg. The Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator; the Takeuchi TB295W is a 10.4 tonne wheeled excavator.
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