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Comacchio GEO 900 vs JCB 525-60

The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Comacchio GEO 900
Comacchio GEO 900 - image: Comacchio
JCB 525-60
JCB 525-60 - image: JCB

Specifications side by side

Comacchio GEO 900JCB 525-60
Engine power126-180kW (169-240hp)55 kW
Weight16-18 tonnes-
Torque range1,300-1,520 daNm-
Feed stroke4,000-7,000mm-
Max. Lift Capacity-2500 kg
Max. Lift Height-6 m
Max. Reach-3.06 m
Operating weight-5490 kg

Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, JCB 525-60. 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.

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Buy or hire the 525-60 if...

A compact telehandler for builders, roofers and merchants lifting pallets and materials on housing and refurbishment sites, and for yard and farm loading. Its low height and narrow width suit restricted access.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Comacchio GEO 900 and the JCB 525-60?

The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler.

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