Head to head
Hydrema 912F vs JCB 25Z-1
The Hydrema 912F has 90kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hydrema 912F has 90kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Hydrema 912F | JCB 25Z-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 108kW (147hp) | 18.4 kW |
| Unladen weight | 7,270kg | - |
| Payload | 10,000kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 2550 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 2.82 m |
| Dump height | - | 3 m |
Sources: Hydrema 912F, JCB 25Z-1. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 912F if...
- you want one that has 90kW more power
A rough-terrain dumper for groundworks and quarry contractors moving large volumes of muck or aggregate across soft or uneven sites, where a standard site dumper's capacity would be too small. Its articulated, all-wheel-drive chassis is built for traction rather than road speed.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- B & T Plant Hire Ltd - Morden
- B & T Plant Hire - Gravesend
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 Hydrema 912F and the JCB 25Z-1?
The Hydrema 912F has 90kW more power. The Hydrema 912F is a 10 tonne payload articulated dumper; the JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator.
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