8,730 kg69 hpLimited recent data, based on 2 older listings
Based on 2 older listings. Current pricing may have shifted, so we show the class range instead.
Most asking prices land between €13k – €49k, with a market average around €25k.
This model sits 9% above the class average across 212 peer models.
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The Takeuchi TB280 is a midi/mini-excavator in the 8-tonne class, offering an operating weight of 8730 kg and an engine output of 69 hp. It is equipped with a bucket capacity of 0.245 m3, positioning it at the upper end of the compact excavator segment. Takeuchi is a Japanese manufacturer with an established presence in the European construction equipment market, and the TB280 represents a capable mid-size offering within that lineup.
Machines in this weight and power class are well suited to groundworks, utility trenching, landscaping, and urban demolition where site access restricts the use of full-size excavators. The TB280 can handle foundation excavation, drainage installation, and material handling tasks that fall beyond the capability of lighter sub-5-tonne machines. Its bucket capacity supports productive cycle times on medium-scale earthmoving and civil engineering projects.
Before purchasing any used machine in this class, commission a full hydraulic pressure test and inspect all cylinders, hoses, and couplings for leaks or wear. Check undercarriage components including tracks, rollers, and sprockets carefully, as these represent a significant portion of ownership costs on rubber or steel-tracked machines. Review the service history for evidence of regular filter and fluid changes, and verify that any dealer-claimed hours align with wear indicators on pedals, controls, and the cab interior. An independent pre-purchase inspection by a qualified engineer is strongly advisable.
On the European used market, the TB280 is currently priced at approximately EUR 27500, reflecting its positioning as a mid-size compact excavator. Buyers evaluating this machine should benchmark it against comparable offerings from Bobcat, specifically the E85, and from Kubota, specifically the KX080, as these models occupy a similar operating weight and application segment. Condition, age, and recorded service history will influence where individual units sit relative to that reference price point.
Market average ask shown as delta against the class average (€28k).
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