Head to head
Takeuchi TB230 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 1,110kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 1,110kg.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB230 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2875 kg | 3,985 kg |
| Dig depth | 2835 mm | - |
| Dump height | 3230 mm | - |
| Breakout force | 20.9 kN | - |
| Engine power | - | 18.5 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: Takeuchi TB230, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. 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 ECR40 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,110kg
A short swing radius compact excavator for trenching, landscaping and building work in confined spaces. Contractors and hire fleets use it where a 4 tonne digger is needed close to walls and traffic.
Full ECR40 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB230 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is the bigger machine by 1,110kg. The Takeuchi TB230 is a 2.8 tonne compact excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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