Head to head
Takeuchi TB235-2 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 975kg and digs 57cm (2ft) deeper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 975kg.
- Dig depth: the Takeuchi TB235-2 digs 57cm (2ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB235-2 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3465 kg | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Dig depth | 3245 mm | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Dump height | 3595 mm | - |
| Breakout force | 27.1 kN | - |
| Engine power | - | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
Sources: Takeuchi TB235-2, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB235-2 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 975kg
- you want one that digs 57cm (2ft) 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 →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 TB235-2 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 975kg and digs 57cm (2ft) deeper. The Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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