Takeuchi has released its all-new TB225 2.3 tonne mini excavator, the latest model in its range of small machines designed to add productivity for earthmoving contractors, plumbers, electrical, data and telco services contractors.
Anyone who needs to excavate is always looking for more power to make their work more efficient, and this new model provides the answer. Its 1330cc 16.5kW Yanmar diesel produces 16.5kW of power; a significant increase in performance compared with earlier comparable Takeuchi models.
The TB225 excavator has the advantage of being the largest machine in the market with retractable tracks that lets operators access very tight spaces, while being able to extend the machine’s footprint to provide maximum stability.
Track width can be reduced to a handy 1100mm to access internal door openings and very narrow side access of structures. When the excavator’s tracks are fully expanded to 1500mm, this provides the stability needed to get the optimum performance and productivity from the extra hydraulic power and boosted bucket digging force of 19.3kN that enables the TB225 to tackle tough jobs.
Not only does the track expandability provide access and performance advantages; the long undercarriage has ground clearance of 190mm and its 1790mm of track-to-ground contact makes for better flotation and adds further to the machine’s superior stability. Also, high gradient slopes are no longer a barrier to performance, thanks to the redesigned undercarriage that features triple-flanged rollers that keep the robust 250mm wide rubber tracks in place to deliver positive traction.
Dual auxiliary hydraulic lines rated at SP1 and SP2 are standard, producing hydraulic flow at up to 38.5 litres per minute at 210 bar, operating three working pumps, including a dedicated slew/blade pump that improves operational speed and functional control.
In terms of reach and dig depth, the TB225 really delivers with its standard long arm for a digging depth of 2580mm. At ground level, the long arm enables the bucket to reach out to 4240mm and dump loads at a height of 2875mm.
The TB225 incorporates loads of other features that will make it to the top of the shopping list for many equipment operators. For example, auto engine idle helps to reduce fuel consumption and sound levels on the job, while the hydraulic detent function means you can pre-set flow to suit your attachment applications.
Other favourite features that will be appreciated by operators include proportional controls, smooth hydraulic pilot joystick controls that deliver precise action, two-speed travel with automatic shift, a blade that’s adjustable without tools, auto deceleration and a hydraulic piloted travel lever.
If you are planning to spend long days on a job, the new, spacious operator’s station design is a winner. A super-comfortable suspension seat with an adjustable head-rest will make long shifts a pleasure, even for operators of a chunky build.
When it comes to the daily service checks and other maintenance tasks, large lockable service covers let you access components at ground level and all daily service points are conveniently located so you can reach them easily. A handy, lockable toolbox sits neatly behind the operator’s seat.
If that’s not enough to tempt you to check out this high performance, not-so-mini excavator, this all new TB225 is still within the weight limit that lets you tow your machine behind a 3.5 tonne capacity ute.
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