Head to head
Takeuchi TB260 vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Takeuchi TB260 is a 5.7 tonne compact excavator. The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB260 | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5735 kg | 20,470 - 25,760 kg |
| Dig depth | 3895 mm | - |
| Dump height | 4220 mm | - |
| Breakout force | 43.2 kN | - |
| Gross power | - | 129 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.48 - 1.44 m3 |
| Max. digging depth | - | 6,730 mm |
| Max. digging reach | - | 9,930 mm |
Sources: Takeuchi TB260, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB260 if...
A 6 tonne class digger used by groundworks, drainage and civils contractors for deeper trenches, pipe laying and loading lorries. Hire fleets stock it as the step up from 3 to 4 tonne machines.
Full TB260 specifications →Buy or hire the EC220E if...
The Volvo EC220E is a mid-size crawler excavator used on larger UK groundworks, civils and demolition sites where a mini or midi excavator no longer has the reach or bucket capacity needed. Its Stage V D6 engine and Volvo cab are aimed at operators running long shifts. It is specified against similarly sized excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi in the 20-22 tonne class.
Full EC220E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB260 and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Takeuchi TB260 is a 5.7 tonne compact excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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