TAKEUCHI introduced three new compact excavators at bauma 2022 as the recently launched TB335R was joined by the brand new TB350R and TB395W models.
Many other Takeuchi machines were also present on the stand, including the world’s first 360-degree compact excavator, the TB1000, which celebrated its 50th anniversary last year.
“With the TB1000, Takeuchi created what has become one of the largest segments in the global construction equipment industry – the 360° compact excavator,” said Clay Eubanks, director of global sales for Takeuchi. “Over the past five decades, we’ve developed our new compact excavator models with the same innovative spirit that launched the TB1000.
“It seems appropriate to pay tribute to the TB1000 at bauma 2022 while introducing our newest excavators, each with technology and features we couldn’t have imagined back in the early ‘70s.”
The TB335R is a compact, short tail swing excavator with ‘minimal overhang’ behind the operator’s seat, which Takeuchi said makes it ‘ideal’ for working in tight or confined spaces. The model has an operating weight of 3,760 kg, a maximum bucket breakout force of 27.1 kN, and a maximum arm digging force of 20.6 kN.
The excavator is powered by an EU Stage V/EPA Tier 4 emission-compliant engine delivering 18.2 kW (24.4 hp) and a maximum torque of 95.8 Nm. The TB335R offers two working modes – Standard and ECO – allowing operators to match the mode to the task at hand. Cab features include a seven inch touchscreen, multi-function colour display.
Meanwhile, the TB350R is a larger version of the TB335R with an operating weight of 5,085 kg. Described by the manufacturer as a ‘very robust’ model suitable for multiple applications, the excavator is equipped with a 32.4 kW (43.4 hp) engine. The TB350R boasts a boom swing radius of 71° left and 55° right. It can dig down to 3,575mm and has a gradeability of 30%.
Completing the new machines was the TB395W wheeled excavator, which weighs 10,150 kg and features an 85 kW/113.9 HP engine. Takeuchi said the model’s powerful hydraulic system makes it ‘especially quick’ with as many as 10.1 rotations per minute. The excavator has a 4,095mm digging depth and 8530mm cutting height. It offers a maximum bucket breakout force of 58.9 kN, a maximum arm digging force of 39.7 kN, and a traction force of 57.8 kN.
