Head to head
Takeuchi TB216 vs Volvo ECR88D
The Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator. The Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB216 | Volvo ECR88D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) | 8,620 - 9,980 kg |
| Dig depth | 2,390 mm | - |
| Engine power | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) | - |
| Extendable undercarriage width | 980 - 1,300 mm | - |
| Gross power | - | 43 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.08 - 0.33 m3 |
| Overall width | - | 2,300 mm |
| Overall length | - | 6,370 mm |
Sources: Takeuchi TB216, Volvo ECR88D. 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 ECR88D if...
An 8-9 tonne reduced tail swing excavator used for groundworks in restricted spaces, common in UK plant hire and plant sales fleets.
Listed by
- Plant and Commercial Sales Limited - Leeds, Holbeck
Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB216 and the Volvo ECR88D?
The Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator; the Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
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