Head to head
Takeuchi TB216 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Yanmar SV17VT has 102kW more power. The Takeuchi TB216 is the bigger machine by 165kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 102kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB216 is the bigger machine by 165kg.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB216 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Dig depth | 2,390 mm | - |
| Extendable undercarriage width | 980 - 1,300 mm | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Takeuchi TB216, Yanmar SV17VT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB216 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 165kg
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 SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 102kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB216 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Yanmar SV17VT has 102kW more power. The Takeuchi TB216 is the bigger machine by 165kg. The Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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