Head to head
Takeuchi TB216 vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D has 4kW more power and is the bigger machine by 625kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D has 4kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is the bigger machine by 625kg.
- Dig depth: the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D digs 28cm deeper.
Specifications side by side
| Takeuchi TB216 | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,865 / 1,770 kg (cab/canopy) | 2,490 kg (ISO 6016) |
| Dig depth | 2,390 mm | 2,672 mm (1,050mm arm); 2,965 mm (1,350mm arm) |
| Engine power | 11.5 kW at 2,400 rpm (Yanmar 3TNV70) | 15.6 kW (21.2 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Extendable undercarriage width | 980 - 1,300 mm | - |
Sources: Takeuchi TB216, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB216 if...
The Takeuchi TB216 is a long-running fixture of the UK 1.5-2 tonne mini excavator hire class, used for groundworks, drainage and small demolition jobs. Its extendable undercarriage gives it the stability of a wider track base for digging while still narrowing for transport and access. It competes closely with the Kubota KX019-4 and similarly sized Bobcat and JCB machines for the same hire slots.
Full TB216 specifications →Buy or hire the ECR25D if...
- you want one that has 4kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 625kg
- you want one that digs 28cm deeper
The Volvo ECR25D is Volvo CE's short-swing mini excavator in the popular UK 2.5-3 tonne hire class, competing for the same jobs as the Kubota U27-4 and similarly sized Takeuchi and JCB machines. Its short-radius superstructure lets the counterweight stay close to the tracks when slewing, useful on confined urban and residential sites. It is sold across Great Britain exclusively through SMT GB's dealer network.
Full ECR25D specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Takeuchi TB216 and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D?
The Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D has 4kW more power and is the bigger machine by 625kg. The Takeuchi TB216 is a a 1.7-1.9 tonne conventional tail swing mini excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR25D is a a 2.5-3.0 tonne short-swing mini excavator.
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