Head to head
Takeuchi TB216 vs Volvo A25G
The Volvo A25G has 223kW more power and is the bigger machine by 20,835kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo A25G has 223kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 20,835kg.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB216 | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Engine power | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Dig depth | 2,390 mm | - |
| Extendable undercarriage width | 980 - 1,300 mm | - |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: Takeuchi TB216, Volvo A25G. 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 A25G if...
- you want one that has 223kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 20,835kg
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB216 and the Volvo A25G?
The Volvo A25G has 223kW more power and is the bigger machine by 20,835kg. The Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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