Head to head
Takeuchi TB216 vs Yanmar ViO26-6
The Yanmar ViO26-6 has 4kW more power and is the bigger machine by 695kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar ViO26-6 has 4kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Yanmar ViO26-6 is the bigger machine by 695kg.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB216 | Yanmar ViO26-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) | 2,560kg (canopy) / 2,665kg (cab) |
| Engine power | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) | 15.8kW / 21.5HP at 2,500rpm |
| Dig depth | 2,390 mm | - |
| Extendable undercarriage width | 980 - 1,300 mm | - |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV76-NBVA1 diesel |
| Max digging depth | - | 2,490mm (standard arm), 2,740mm (long arm) |
| Digging force | - | 24.5kN (bucket) |
Sources: Takeuchi TB216, Yanmar ViO26-6. 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 ViO26-6 if...
- you want one that has 4kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 695kg
A 2.6-tonne zero-tailswing mini digger widely used by plant hire firms for groundwork in tight spaces such as gardens and driveways, where its lack of rear overhang keeps it clear of walls and fences while slewing.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB216 and the Yanmar ViO26-6?
The Yanmar ViO26-6 has 4kW more power and is the bigger machine by 695kg. The Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator; the Yanmar ViO26-6 is a zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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