When it comes to tackling groundwork, landscaping, or construction jobs, hiring a digger can save you massive amounts of time, labour, and hassle. At K.B. Handley Plant Hire, we supply a specialist range of Takeuchi excavators (others are available to), known for reliability, power, and excellent performance on tight or challenging sites.

Below is your complete, beginner-friendly guide to choosing the right machine — based on the exact models we stock.

🚧 Our Micro/Mini & Midi Excavator Range (Takeuchi Models)  🚧 

🔴 1. Takeuchi TB108 – Micro Digger (0.8 Ton)

Width: 680mm–750mm
Best for:

Garden work

Tight access paths

Internal access

Narrow gateways

Small trenches and landscaping

This machine fits through a standard doorway, making it perfect for restricted spaces while still offering impressive digging power.

🟠 2. Takeuchi TB216 – Mini Digger (1.6 Ton)

Width: 985mm
Best for:

Extensions

Driveways

Drainage trenches

Footings

General building work

This is our most popular digger. It’s compact yet powerful, suitable for both domestic and commercial projects.

🟡 3. Takeuchi TB235 – Midi Digger (3.5 Ton)

Width: 1580mm
Best for:

Larger excavations

Deep trenches

Site clearance

Heavy digging

Perfect for when a mini digger isn’t enough, but a large excavator won’t fit. Strong, stable, and capable.

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🏗️ What Jobs Are These Machines Used For?

TB108 – Micro Digger

✔ Narrow access
✔ Gardens & landscaping
✔ Small foundations
✔ Trenches
✔ Internal/external access

TB216 – Mini Digger

✔ Domestic extensions
✔ Drainage & footings
✔ Driveway dig-outs
✔ Landscaping
✔ General groundworks

TB235 – Midi Digger

✔ Larger excavations
✔ Site clearance
✔ Deep trench work
✔ Commercial projects

🔥 Why Choose K.B. Handley Plant Hire?

Nearly 50 years’ experience

Takeuchi specialist fleet

Weekly maintenance checks

Fast delivery

Honest pricing

Operator hire available

Family-run business you can trust

📞 Book Your Excavator Today

Need a TB108, TB216 or TB235 for your next project?

👉 Call K.B. Handley Plant Hire 

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Mobile 📞 07836 504172

Office ☎️ 01384 482999