Head to head
Takeuchi TB230 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Takeuchi TB230 is the bigger machine by 385kg and digs 16cm deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB230 is the bigger machine by 385kg.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB230 digs 16cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB230 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2875 kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Dig depth | 2835 mm | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Dump height | 3230 mm | - |
| Breakout force | 20.9 kN | - |
| Engine power | - | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
Sources: Takeuchi TB230, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB230 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 385kg
- you want one that digs 16cm deeper
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 ECR25D if...
The Volvo ECR25D is Volvo CE's short-swing mini excavator in the popular UK 2.5-3 tonne hire class, competing for the same jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and similarly sized Takeuchi and JCB machines. Its short-radius superstructure lets the counterweight stay close to the tracks when slewing, useful on confined urban and residential sites. It is sold across Great Britain exclusively through SMT GB's dealer network.
Full ECR25D specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB230 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Takeuchi TB230 is the bigger machine by 385kg and digs 16cm deeper. The Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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