Head to head
Takeuchi TL10V2 against Takeuchi TL8R2
The Takeuchi TL8R2 saves $6,000; the Takeuchi TL10V2 carries 410 lb more once both are rated the same way; the Takeuchi TL8R2 moves 1.2 GPM more through the auxiliary circuit.
| Spec | Takeuchi TL10V2 | Takeuchi TL8R2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $78,000 | $72,000 |
| Rated capacity, as advertised | 2,525 lbs | 2,115 lbs |
| Rated at | 35% of tipping load | 35% of tipping load |
| Tipping load | 7,210 lbs | 6,040 lbs |
| Capacity at its class convention | 2,524 lbs | 2,114 lbs |
| Engine power | 74 hp | 74 hp |
| Engine | Kubota V3307-CR-TE4B | Kubota V3307-CR-TE5B |
| Auxiliary flow | 18.8 GPM | 20 GPM |
| Lift height | 124.8 in | 121.2 in |
| Operating weight | 10,270 lbs | 9,182 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 TL8R2
- Takeuchi's undercarriage reputation holds up - heavy track frames and sealed rollers routinely push original tracks well past 1,500 hours.
- The 74.3 hp Kubota V3307 needs no DEF, and sharing its engine family with Kubota's own SVL75 means parts and mechanic familiarity everywhere.
- Radial lift geometry with strong breakout force makes it a natural digger and grader - owners consistently call it a dirt machine first.
- The optional 33.8 GPM high-flow package runs mulchers and planers that many 74 hp competitors cannot support.
- The R2 cab is far quieter and roomier than the old TL8's, with a wide door, good sightlines to the bucket edge, and effective A/C.
- New creep mode lets you dial ground speed independently of engine rpm, transforming trencher and mulcher control.
- The Kubota still carries a DPF, and short-cycle users report regen interruptions on cold mornings.
- Takeuchi's dealer network remains thinner than Bobcat, Deere, or Cat in the Plains and Mountain West, which can stretch parts turnaround.
- The standard 19.1 GPM circuit is midpack, and the worthwhile high-flow package adds meaningful cost to the sticker.
- At 9,182 lbs with cab it needs a 3/4-ton truck and a stout trailer, unlike small-frame machines a half-ton can pull.
- No factory vertical-lift version exists at this size - Takeuchi pushes you up to the TL10V2 if you need truck-loading geometry.