Head to head
Takeuchi TB230 vs Takeuchi TB235-2
The Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 590kg and digs 41cm (1.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 590kg.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB235-2 digs 41cm (1.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB230 | Takeuchi TB235-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2875 kg | 3465 kg |
| Dig depth | 2835 mm | 3245 mm |
| Dump height | 3230 mm | 3595 mm |
| Breakout force | 20.9 kN | 27.1 kN |
Sources: Takeuchi TB230, Takeuchi TB235-2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB230 if...
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 →Buy or hire the TB235-2 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 590kg
- you want one that digs 41cm (1.5ft) 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 TB230 and the Takeuchi TB235-2?
The Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 590kg and digs 41cm (1.5ft) deeper. The Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator; the Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator.
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