Head to head
Takeuchi TB235-2 vs Yanmar ViO23-6
The Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 1,220kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 1,220kg.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB235-2 | Yanmar ViO23-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3465 kg | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) |
| Dig depth | 3245 mm | 2450 / 2655 mm |
| Dump height | 3595 mm | - |
| Breakout force | 27.1 kN | - |
| Engine power | - | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm |
Sources: Takeuchi TB235-2, Yanmar ViO23-6. 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 1,220kg
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 ViO23-6 if...
A compact mini excavator that keeps within its track width when slewing, used by landscapers, groundworkers and hire fleets for work beside walls, fences and buildings. It can be moved on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full ViO23-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB235-2 and the Yanmar ViO23-6?
The Takeuchi TB235-2 is the bigger machine by 1,220kg. The Takeuchi TB235-2 is a 3.5 tonne compact excavator; the Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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