Head to head
Bell Equipment B25E vs John Deere 6170R
The Bell Equipment B25E is a articulated dump truck. The John Deere 6170R is a 170hp agricultural tractor.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bell Equipment B25E | John Deere 6170R | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | Mercedes-Benz OM936LA, 210kW (281hp) | 125kW (170hp) |
| Operating weight | 43,186kg (laden) | - |
| Rated payload | 24,000kg | - |
| Heaped capacity | 15m3 (SAE 2:1) | - |
Sources: Bell Equipment B25E, John Deere 6170R. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the B25E if...
A 25-tonne class articulated dump truck for moving spoil and aggregate over soft or uneven haul roads that a rigid tipper could not cross. Quarries and large groundworks sites hire it for shifting high volumes of material between the dig face and stockpile.
Full B25E specifications →Buy or hire the 6170R if...
A mid-size utility tractor used on plant-hire fleets for towing plant trailers, running PTO-driven attachments and general groundwork traction where a dedicated construction tractor unit isn't justified. Suits contractors who need towing capacity rather than pure horsepower.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bell Equipment B25E and the John Deere 6170R?
The Bell Equipment B25E is a articulated dump truck; the John Deere 6170R is a 170hp agricultural tractor.
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