Head to head
Takeuchi TB225 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Takeuchi TB225 is the bigger machine by 700kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB225 is the bigger machine by 700kg.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB225 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2400 kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Breakout force | 19.3 kN | 16 kN |
| Dig depth | 2580 mm | - |
| Dump height | 2875 mm | - |
| Engine power | - | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Takeuchi TB225, Yanmar SV17VT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB225 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 700kg
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 SV17VT if...
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 TB225 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Takeuchi TB225 is the bigger machine by 700kg. The Takeuchi TB225 is a 2.4 tonne compact excavator with extendable tracks; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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