Head to head
Takeuchi TB240 vs Yanmar ViO23-6
The Takeuchi TB240 has 12kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,825kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Takeuchi TB240 has 12kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB240 is the bigger machine by 1,825kg.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB240 | Yanmar ViO23-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4070KG | 2245 kg (Canopy) / 2405 kg (Cabin) |
| Dig depth | 3465mm | 2450 / 2655 mm |
| Engine power | 26.7kW | 14.6 kW at 2400 rpm |
| Bucket breakout force | 30.8kN | - |
Sources: Takeuchi TB240, Yanmar ViO23-6. 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 12kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,825kg
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 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 TB240 and the Yanmar ViO23-6?
The Takeuchi TB240 has 12kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,825kg. The Takeuchi TB240 is a 4 tonne mini excavator with cab and air conditioning; the Yanmar ViO23-6 is a 2.3 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator.
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