Head to head
Takeuchi TB225 vs Takeuchi TB235-2
The Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 1,065kg and digs 67cm (2ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 1,065kg.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB235-2 digs 67cm (2ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB225 | Takeuchi TB235-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2400 kg | 3465 kg |
| Dig depth | 2580 mm | 3245 mm |
| Dump height | 2875 mm | 3595 mm |
| Breakout force | 19.3 kN | 27.1 kN |
Sources: Takeuchi TB225, Takeuchi TB235-2. 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 TB235-2 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,065kg
- you want one that digs 67cm (2ft) deeper
A popular 3.5 tonne class digger for groundworks, drainage, utilities and landscaping contractors, and a regular hire fleet size. Suits trenching and foundation digging where more reach and lift than a 3 tonne machine is needed.
Full TB235-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB225 and the Takeuchi TB235-2?
The Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 1,065kg and digs 67cm (2ft) deeper. The Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks; the Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator.
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