Head to head
Takeuchi TB225 vs Takeuchi TB230
The Takeuchi TB230 is the bigger machine by 475kg and digs 26cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB230 is the bigger machine by 475kg.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB230 digs 26cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB225 | Takeuchi TB230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2400 kg | 2875 kg |
| Dig depth | 2580 mm | 2835 mm |
| Dump height | 2875 mm | 3230 mm |
| Breakout force | 19.3 kN | 20.9 kN |
Sources: Takeuchi TB225, Takeuchi TB230. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB225 if...
A towable 2 to 2.5 tonne digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on drainage, small foundations and garden work. The extendable track frame lets it pass through narrow gaps and then widen for stability.
Full TB225 specifications →Buy or hire the TB230 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 475kg
- you want one that digs 26cm deeper
A 3 tonne class digger used by hire companies, utility contractors and builders for trenching, drainage and foundations. Suits sites where a larger 3.5 tonne machine is too wide or heavy.
Full TB230 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB225 and the Takeuchi TB230?
The Takeuchi TB230 is the bigger machine by 475kg and digs 26cm deeper. The Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks; the Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator.
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