Head to head
Takeuchi TB230 vs Takeuchi TB260
The Takeuchi TB260 is the bigger machine by 2,860kg and digs 1.06m (3.5ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB260 is the bigger machine by 2,860kg.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB260 digs 1.06m (3.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB230 | Takeuchi TB260 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2875 kg | 5735 kg |
| Dig depth | 2835 mm | 3895 mm |
| Dump height | 3230 mm | 4220 mm |
| Breakout force | 20.9 kN | 43.2 kN |
Sources: Takeuchi TB230, Takeuchi TB260. 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 TB260 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,860kg
- you want one that digs 1.06m (3.5ft) deeper
A 6 tonne class digger used by groundworks, drainage and civils contractors for deeper trenches, pipe laying and loading lorries. Hire fleets stock it as the step up from 3 to 4 tonne machines.
Full TB260 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB230 and the Takeuchi TB260?
The Takeuchi TB260 is the bigger machine by 2,860kg and digs 1.06m (3.5ft) deeper. The Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator; the Takeuchi TB260 is a 5.7 tonne compact excavator.
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