Head to head
Takeuchi TL10V2 against Takeuchi TL12R2
The Takeuchi TL10V2 saves $10,000; the Takeuchi TL12R2 carries 497 lb more once both are rated the same way; the Takeuchi TL12R2 moves 4.5 GPM more through the auxiliary circuit.
| Spec | Takeuchi TL10V2 | Takeuchi TL12R2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $78,000 | $88,000 |
| Rated capacity, as advertised | 2,525 lbs | 2,975 lbs |
| Rated at | 35% of tipping load | 34% of tipping load |
| Tipping load | 7,210 lbs | 8,630 lbs |
| Capacity at its class convention | 2,524 lbs | 3,021 lbs |
| Engine power | 74 hp | 111 hp |
| Engine | Kubota V3307-CR-TE4B | Kubota V3800-TIEF4B |
| Auxiliary flow | 18.8 GPM | 23.3 GPM |
| Lift height | 124.8 in | 126 in |
| Operating weight | 10,270 lbs | 12,590 lbs |
| Lift path | Vertical Lift | Radial Lift |
| Rubber tracks | Yes | Yes |
| High flow available | Yes | Yes |
| Enclosed cab available | Yes | Yes |
| Two-speed travel available | Yes | Yes |
| Self-levelling available | Yes | Yes |
| A/C and heat available | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 yr / 2,000 hr | 2 yr / 2,000 hr |
What owners say about each
Takeuchi TL10V2
- Takeuchi invented the compact track loader, and the TL10V2's undercarriage - with its heavy rollers and stout track frame - is widely considered among the most durable in the industry.
- At 10,270 lbs it's built noticeably heavier than same-class rivals, and owners say the extra steel shows up as pushing power and stability on slopes.
- The 74.3 hp Kubota V3307 avoids DEF entirely, and sharing the engine with the ubiquitous SVL75 means parts knowledge and availability are excellent.
- The vertical lift path with a nearly 125-inch bucket pin height loads dump trucks cleanly, a big step up from the radial TL8.
- Track life is a standout - the wide stance and roller design spread wear, and owners routinely report going well past 1,500 hours on original tracks.
- Loyal multi-machine owners are common - people who run Takeuchis for a decade keep buying them, which says a lot about long-term durability.
- Resale values hold strong because used Takeuchis are scarce and in demand, particularly in regions where the dealer network has matured.
- The V2 dropped from the old TL10's 92 hp to 74.3 hp to duck DEF requirements, and owners of the original bluntly call the new machine sluggish by comparison.
- The Kubota engine still carries a DPF, and short-cycle users report regen interruptions and occasional limp-mode sensor codes that need a dealer visit.
- Electrical gremlins are the sore spot - one owner reported a $12,000 dealer bill for five replacement wire harnesses, and forum threads on harness chafing are easy to find.
- Standard 18.8 GPM auxiliary flow is on the low side for the class, pushing buyers of demanding attachments into the pricier high-flow package.
- At over 10,000 lbs it needs a heavier trailer and truck than lighter mid-frames like the Kubota SVL75-3, which some buyers don't budget for.
- Parts prices run high - a replacement V3307 long block alone is around $10,000, and owners note routine parts cost more than Kubota-branded equivalents.
Takeuchi TL12R2
- The 111.3 hp Kubota V3800 and available 40.4 GPM high-flow circuit make it a legitimate dedicated mulcher carrier straight from the factory.
- Over 8,200 lbs of bucket breakout force lets it rip roots and hardpan that stall lighter machines.
- The simple radial boom has fewer pivots than vertical-lift linkages - less to grease, less to wear, and less to flex under mulcher loads.
- Takeuchi's heavy undercarriage with sealed rollers is a proven long-life design, and owners regularly exceed 1,500 hours on original tracks.
- At 12,590 lbs it is stable on slopes and resists getting pushed around by big attachments the way mid-frames do.
- The pressurized cab seals out mulching dust well, and the high-back suspension seat keeps operators fresh through long clearing days.
- Strong resale and a loyal owner base - used large-frame Takeuchis command premium prices in land-clearing markets.
- Radial lift means less reach at full height - loading tall dump trucks is noticeably clumsier than with the TL12V2 or other vertical-lift machines.
- The 111 hp Kubota requires DEF plus a DPF, adding fluid costs and regen management that smaller Takeuchis avoid.
- At 12,590 lbs plus attachment weight it is a one-ton-truck-and-gooseneck proposition - transport is a real cost of ownership.
- The 2,975 lb rated capacity trails the vertical-lift TL12V2 by over 1,100 lbs, so pallet-heavy contractors are in the wrong spec.
- Fuel burn under mulcher load is substantial - owners report 5+ gallons per hour in heavy vegetation.
- Takeuchi's dealer network is thinner than Cat or Bobcat in much of the country, which matters when a mulching operation is down.