Head to head
Takeuchi TB216 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 2,120kg and has 7kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 2,120kg.
- Engine power: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 has 7kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB216 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) | 18.5 kW |
| Dig depth | 2,390 mm | - |
| Extendable undercarriage width | 980 - 1,300 mm | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: Takeuchi TB216, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. 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 ECR40 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,120kg
- you want one that has 7kW more power
A short swing radius compact excavator for trenching, landscaping and building work in confined spaces. Contractors and hire fleets use it where a 4 tonne digger is needed close to walls and traffic.
Full ECR40 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB216 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 2,120kg and has 7kW more power. The Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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