Head to head
Avant 640 vs Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel
The Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel has 27kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel has 27kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Heaped capacity | - | 3150 litres |
| Engine | - | Deutz TCD 3.6 L4 |
Sources: Avant 640, Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
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 6 Tonne Power Swivel if...
- you want one that has 27kW more power
A 6 tonne dumper whose skip swivels so it can tip to either side, useful for loading into trenches and working along narrow roads or site edges. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on UK sites. A cab is listed as an option.
Full 6 Tonne Power Swivel specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel?
The Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel has 27kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.
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