Head to head
Takeuchi TB250-2 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Takeuchi TB250-2 is the bigger machine by 3,420kg.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Takeuchi TB250-2 is the bigger machine by 3,420kg.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB250-2 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5120kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Ground reach | 5985mm | - |
| Bucket breakout force | 37.2 kN | - |
| Arm digging force | 22.9 kN | - |
| Engine power | - | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: Takeuchi TB250-2, Yanmar SV17VT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB250-2 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,420kg
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 SV17VT if...
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB250-2 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Takeuchi TB250-2 is the bigger machine by 3,420kg. The Takeuchi TB250-2 is a 5 tonne reduced tail swing mini excavator with cab and air conditioning; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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