Head to head
Bobcat S450 vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The Bobcat S450 has 17kW more power. The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 25kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Bobcat S450 has 17kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 25kg.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat S450 | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2365kg | 2,390kg |
| Engine power | 35.9kW rated (48.1kW max, Kubota V2403 diesel) | 18.9kW |
| Rated operating capacity | 608kg (ISO 14397-1) | - |
| Lift height | 2.8m | - |
| Tipping load | 1215kg | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Bobcat S450, JCB STH-2S5 Swivel. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the S450 if...
- you want one that has 17kW more power
Bobcat's entry-level skid steer, small enough for tight domestic and groundworks sites but still able to run a full range of buckets and attachments. Plant hire fleets keep it as their smallest skid steer for jobs a mini digger cannot reach.
Listed by
- JMP Plant Hire Essex - Ingatestone, Norton Heath
Buy or hire the STH-2S5 Swivel if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 25kg
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat S450 and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The Bobcat S450 has 17kW more power. The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 25kg. The Bobcat S450 is a compact skid steer loader; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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