Head to head
Takeuchi TL12V2 against Takeuchi TL11R3
The Takeuchi TL11R3 saves $3,000; the Takeuchi TL12V2 carries 1,370 lb more once both are rated the same way; the Takeuchi TL12V2 moves 0.1 GPM more through the auxiliary circuit.
| Spec | Takeuchi TL12V2 | Takeuchi TL11R3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $95,000 | $92,000 |
| Rated capacity, as advertised | 4,110 lbs | 2,735 lbs |
| Rated at | 35% of tipping load | 35% of tipping load |
| Tipping load | 11,740 lbs | 7,825 lbs |
| Capacity at its class convention | 4,109 lbs | 2,739 lbs |
| Engine power | 111 hp | 107 hp |
| Engine | Kubota V3800-TIEF4B | Kubota V3800-TIE5B |
| Auxiliary flow | 23.2 GPM | 23.1 GPM |
| Lift height | 129.9 in | 126 in |
| Operating weight | 13,195 lbs | 11,980 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 TL12V2
- At 4,110 lb rated at the conservative 35% convention, the TL12V2 is one of the highest-lifting CTLs on the market, and heavy operators say it out-muscles machines that cost more.
- The 111 hp Kubota V3800 engine delivers strong, reliable power, and owners praise it for pulling hard through the toughest dirt and material work.
- Takeuchi invented the compact track loader, and the TL12V2's rugged undercarriage has a reputation for durability and long track life under commercial use.
- Vertical lift to a 129.9-inch hinge-pin height loads tall trucks and hoppers without building a ramp of material, a real advantage for aggregate work.
- The 11,740 lb tipping load keeps it planted when craning heavy loads at full height, which is what the capacity figure is actually resting on.
- Takeuchi pricing typically undercuts a comparably-spec'd Cat 299D3 or Bobcat T86, so value-focused buyers get flagship capability for less.
- The cab is comfortable with good visibility, and owners appreciate the straightforward, durable controls over long production days.
- At over 13,000 lb it's a heavy machine that requires a serious truck and trailer, limiting mobility for smaller operators.
- The standard auxiliary circuit is 23.2 GPM - ordinary for the class - and the 40.4 GPM high-flow package that turns it into a mulching carrier is an extra.
- Undercarriage and track costs on a machine this size are significant, especially on abrasive ground.
- Because dealers are independent, warranty and service experience can be inconsistent depending on the specific dealer.
- The attachment and used-implement ecosystem is smaller than Bobcat's, so sourcing tools locally can be harder.
- Its size and weight make it overkill and less nimble for tight residential work versus a medium-frame CTL.
Takeuchi TL11R3
- Takeuchi's first EH-controlled loader lets operators switch ISO/H patterns, set arm height limits for low doors, and tune boom, bucket, and travel sensitivity individually.
- The 107.3 hp Kubota and up-to-40 GPM high-flow circuit run mulching heads and cold planers that mid-frame CTLs choke on.
- The radial boom is tuned for breakout force, and early operators praise how hard it digs compared to vertical-lift machines of similar weight.
- The 8-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, and standard 270-degree rearview camera bring the cab tech up to par with Cat and Deere flagships.
- Takeuchi Fleet Management telematics is included free for five years - longer than most competitors' standard subscriptions.
- As a first-year, first-of-series machine, the TL11R3's EH system has little long-term field history - early adopters carry the debugging risk.
- The 40.5 GPM high-flow circuit is an option, not standard - a base machine leaves the factory with 23.1 GPM, so the mulching-carrier headline needs the box ticked.
- The 107 hp Kubota uses DOC, DPF, and SCR aftertreatment, so unlike smaller Takeuchis this one requires DEF and its added upkeep.
- At nearly 12,000 lbs with a cab it demands a heavy trailer and at least a one-ton truck to move legally.
- Priced in flagship territory where it fights the Cat 275, Bobcat T76, and Deere 331 P-Tier, all with larger dealer networks.
- The 2,735 lb rated capacity is modest for the weight class - vertical-lift competitors at this size carry 3,000+ lbs.
- Takeuchi's dealer coverage is still thin in parts of the Midwest and Mountain West, a real consideration for warranty-era support.