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Caterpillar 352F vs Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator. The Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 352F | Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Cat C13 ACERT, 417hp net | Deutz TCD 3.6 L4 |
| Operating weight | 115,700lb (~52.5 tonnes) | - |
| Fuel capacity | 190 US gallons | - |
| Max travel speed | 2.9mph | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Heaped capacity | - | 3150 litres |
| Engine power | - | 55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm |
Sources: Caterpillar 352F, Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 352F if...
A large excavator for bulk earthmoving and quarry-scale digging rather than site groundworks. Contractors hire it for big-volume dig and load jobs where a mid-size machine would be too slow.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Buy or hire the 6 Tonne Power Swivel if...
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 Caterpillar 352F and the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel?
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator; the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.
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