LITTLE DIGGER, BIG POWER! Takeuchi TB235-2 Review!

Got a chance to run and review a brand new Takeuchi TB235-2 and I was super impressed with it, in particular the smoothness and power it has. The main thing I didn't like (for me and my application) was the large tail swing that comes out over the side of the tracks. Other than that there is a lot to like about this machine!
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[jDW]

Looked at a TB240 $66k and TB250 $72k today, but this TB235 seems about perfect for what I’m looking for . Primarily for personal land use. I’m going to hit my local dealer up and ask about this model.

[dankruger]

have owned a Takeuchi 235-2 for three months now doing concrete flatwork demoing driveways and block retaining walls. i like it because of the skinny 5'-2" wide stance and a dig depth 10' 7.8' You do get a tail for counterweight. but it can fit in smaller areas. also has impressive specs for bucket break out force with 9100lbs with being hydraulic over hydraulic. we also have a 17" 304cr E2 Cat mini Ex with 41hp and the 235-2 holds its own. The 304cr E2 does have noticeably more power if you think there are close to being equal, because there are not, even if specs say they are close in some area there are not. 25hp is still 25hp and 41hp is still 41hp. For 90% of the jobs we do, both machines would work the same. I bought the 235-2 because of its size and most importantly no dam EMMISSIONS. Wanted a machine that burnt less fuel and ran freely

[jeremyc]

Best mini’s hands down, I’ve been on them all

[eliteearthworksllc]

Thanks for the mention man! Yeah all the Takeuchis are very smooth and they are quick due to the true pilot controls no electric over hydraulic stuff. I believe the left button on the right stick activated the auto idle too after you hit that button. Some of the things are a bit different in the 235 vs the 260. My thumb are on the right joystick. Great review too and I’m glad you liked it. They are actually coming out with a 235 zero tail swing late this year or early next. It’s in the prototype stage right now but I’m suppose to get it for two weeks this summer to run it and give my thoughts. I’ll send you some pictures. Great video buddy! 👍🏻

[jeremyc]

First thing I do, on anything I own, is disconnect the beeper. I would be insane if I didn’t

[dirtguy]

Takeuchi is a well made product look at the rear door on the engine of the skid steers and see how well built they are tough made at places that need to be.

[rontopping]

Just purchased takeuchi tb257fr. 13, 000 lbs. Smooth and stable

[jeremyc]

One of the best honest reviews I think I’ve seen

[bogthing]

Very nice. Years ago, we installed Yanmar in sailboats, and the mechanic swore by them. That they had the temerity to put an ashtray in it, makes it all that more attractive.

[floydbolyard]

The clients mini excavator is nice only issue I'd have is the constant beeping when moving

[trickydickys]

the taki are a nice machine, solid engine, strong performwnce, can be prone to excesive cabin heat in summer time to keep on top of the ac side ofthings. but you will get good service from it. nice buy andn ice machine to use on the owners part

[dirtworxunlimited]

Nice video and review. I'm currently waiting on my new TB260 fitted with the NOX Tilt Rotator to show up. I plan to do a full review when it shows up as well. I just sold my 2010 TB235 about 3 weeks ago. Can't wait to get it here. I love Takeuchi.

[jdubr]

Perfect timing, looking at a TB216 myself

[shirleyc]

I would find a way to shut that buzzer off.

[faithford]

One of my favorite machines. The neck is long and skinny. Have fun working with it

[timziegler]

Very nice machine! Thanks for the review.

[GrantBryan-lxfo]

I watched this video 3 years ago and purchased new 235-2 Takeuchi the month after. Never regretted it the amount of material you can shift with this in a an 8hr day is unbelievable, and does 8hrs on 25ltr of fuel. Got a 360deg Scandinavian grading bucket for it and Never looked back. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[williambryant]

First thing I'd do is find that beeper and smash it, well unplug it anyway. I run large grading equipment and we got our beepers with plugs where you can reach in and disconnect them. If we are working on a commercial job or in a rock quarry we plug them up but other than that they are unplugged. I turned the volume down on this video cause it was so loud. Hate them things. Sounds like you're ready to trade that Kubota excavator in for a Takeuchi now as much praise as you gave it. LOL!
Stay well. -Wil 👍

[jamesstatham]

Nice comments about the Taki. I’m looking at the KX0 40-2 and the TB240. So which do you like as far as control the hydraulic like the Kabota or the electronic over hydraulic like the Takeuchi has? What size is your Kabota a 57?

[flyingturtle]

I’m looking to buy a new one…what’s a fair price?