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Avant 528 vs JCB 25Z-1

The Avant 528 has 1kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Avant 528
Avant 528 - image: Avant Tecno
JCB 25Z-1
JCB 25Z-1 - image: JCB

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Avant 528JCB 25Z-1
Engine power19 kW (26 hp)18.4 kW
Lifting capacity950 kg-
Lifting height2790 mm-
Weight1420 kg-
Operating weight-2550 kg
Dig depth-2.82 m
Dump height-3 m

Sources: Avant 528, JCB 25Z-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 528 if...

  • you want one that has 1kW more power

A small articulated loader that fits through narrow gates and onto a trailer, used for landscaping, property maintenance and light site work with Avant attachments.

Full 528 specifications →

Buy or hire the 25Z-1 if...

Used by hire firms and small contractors for patios, drainage, footings and work next to walls and fences where a zero-tailswing machine is needed. Sits in the weight class that can be towed on a trailer in restricted regions.

Full 25Z-1 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Avant 528 and the JCB 25Z-1?

The Avant 528 has 1kW more power. The Avant 528 is a compact articulated multi-purpose loader with telescopic boom; the JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.

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