Head to head
Takeuchi TB235-2 vs Volvo L220H
The Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator. The Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB235-2 | Volvo L220H | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3465 kg | 68,780-72,970 lb |
| Breakout force | 27.1 kN | 55,075 lbf |
| Dig depth | 3245 mm | - |
| Dump height | 3595 mm | - |
| Engine power | - | 375hp (Volvo D13J, Tier 4f) |
| Bucket capacity | - | 5.6-20.9 yd3 |
| Static tipping load | - | 46,295 lbs |
Sources: Takeuchi TB235-2, Volvo L220H. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB235-2 if...
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 L220H if...
A large production wheel loader for quarries and bulk material handling rather than general building sites. Its wide bucket capacity range lets one machine be set up for anything from aggregates to woodchip, which suits quarry and waste transfer operators.
Listed by
- Eco Plant Hire And Sales Ltd - Peterborough, Whittlesey
Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB235-2 and the Volvo L220H?
The Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator; the Volvo L220H is a large wheel loader.
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