Head to head
Takeuchi TB250-2 vs Volvo ECR88D
The Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning. The Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB250-2 | Volvo ECR88D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5120kg | 8,620 - 9,980 kg |
| Ground reach | 5985mm | - |
| Bucket breakout force | 37.2 kN | - |
| Arm digging force | 22.9 kN | - |
| Gross power | - | 43 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.08 - 0.33 m3 |
| Overall width | - | 2,300 mm |
| Overall length | - | 6,370 mm |
Sources: Takeuchi TB250-2, Volvo ECR88D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB250-2 if...
A 5 tonne tracked excavator with a short tail swing, suited to groundworks, civils and utility work in tight sites. Plant hire firms and contractors use this size for trenching, drainage and foundation digging.
Full TB250-2 specifications →Buy or hire the ECR88D if...
An 8-9 tonne reduced tail swing excavator used for groundworks in restricted spaces, common in UK plant hire and plant sales fleets.
Listed by
- Plant and Commercial Sales Limited - Leeds, Holbeck
Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB250-2 and the Volvo ECR88D?
The Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning; the Volvo ECR88D is a reduced tail swing excavator.
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