Head to head
Takeuchi TB225 vs Volvo ECR88D
The Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks. The Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB225 | Volvo ECR88D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2400 kg | 8,620 - 9,980 kg |
| Dig depth | 2580 mm | - |
| Dump height | 2875 mm | - |
| Breakout force | 19.3 kN | - |
| Gross power | - | 43 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.08 - 0.33 m3 |
| Overall width | - | 2,300 mm |
| Overall length | - | 6,370 mm |
Sources: Takeuchi TB225, Volvo ECR88D. 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 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 TB225 and the Volvo ECR88D?
The Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks; the Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
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