Head to head
Takeuchi TB240 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The Takeuchi TB240 has 8kW more power and is the bigger machine by 85kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Takeuchi TB240 has 8kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB240 is the bigger machine by 85kg.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB240 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4070KG | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | 26.7kW | 18.5 kW |
| Dig depth | 3465mm | - |
| Bucket breakout force | 30.8kN | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: Takeuchi TB240, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB240 if...
- you want one that has 8kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 85kg
A 4 tonne tracked excavator used by groundworkers, housebuilders and utility contractors for trenching, foundations and general digging. It sits between small mini diggers and 5 tonne machines in a typical UK hire fleet.
Full TB240 specifications →Buy or hire the ECR40 if...
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 TB240 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The Takeuchi TB240 has 8kW more power and is the bigger machine by 85kg. The Takeuchi TB240 is a 4 tonne mini excavator with cab and air conditioning; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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