Head to head
Avant 640 vs JCB 3T-2
The Avant 640 has 9kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Avant 640 has 9kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | JCB 3T-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 18.9 kW |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Payload | - | 3000 kg |
| Operating weight | - | 2345 kg |
Sources: Avant 640, JCB 3T-2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
- you want one that has 9kW more power
An all-round compact loader with stronger auxiliary hydraulics for running more attachments, used by landscapers, stables, estates and small contractors. Light enough to be moved on a trailer or larger van.
Full 640 specifications →Buy or hire the 3T-2 if...
A mid-size site dumper for moving spoil, aggregate and concrete on building and landscaping sites. Common on hire fleets for groundworks where a 1 tonne or 6 tonne machine is the wrong size.
Full 3T-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the JCB 3T-2?
The Avant 640 has 9kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the JCB 3T-2 is a 3 tonne payload site dumper with front or swivel tip.
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