Head to head
Comacchio GEO 900 vs JCB 25Z-1
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Comacchio GEO 900 | JCB 25Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 126-180kW (169-240hp) | 18.4 kW |
| Weight | 16-18 tonnes | - |
| Torque range | 1,300-1,520 daNm | - |
| Feed stroke | 4,000-7,000mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 2550 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2.82 m |
| Dump height | - | 3 m |
Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, JCB 25Z-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GEO 900 if...
A crawler-mounted rig for geotechnical investigation, water well and geothermal drilling, adaptable to several drilling methods on the same base machine. Ground investigation and specialist drilling contractors hire it rather than general groundworks firms.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
Buy or hire the 25Z-1 if...
Used by hire firms and small contractors for patios, drainage, footings and work next to walls and fences where a zero-tailswing machine is needed. Sits in the weight class that can be towed on a trailer in restricted regions.
Full 25Z-1 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Comacchio GEO 900 and the JCB 25Z-1?
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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