Head to head
Comacchio GEO 900 vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig. The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Comacchio GEO 900 | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 126-180kW (169-240hp) | 18.9kW |
| Weight | 16-18 tonnes | - |
| Torque range | 1,300-1,520 daNm | - |
| Feed stroke | 4,000-7,000mm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 2,390kg |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
Sources: Comacchio GEO 900, JCB STH-2S5 Swivel. 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 STH-2S5 Swivel if...
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 Comacchio GEO 900 and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The Comacchio GEO 900 is a crawler-mounted multipurpose drilling rig; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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