Head to head
JCB 25Z-1 vs JCB 3T-2
The JCB 25Z-1 is the bigger machine by 205kg. The JCB 3T-2 has 1kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 25Z-1 is the bigger machine by 205kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 3T-2 has 1kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 25Z-1 | JCB 3T-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2550 kg | 2345 kg |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 18.9 kW |
| Dig depth | 2.82 m | - |
| Dump height | 3 m | - |
| Payload | - | 3000 kg |
Sources: JCB 25Z-1, JCB 3T-2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 25Z-1 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 205kg
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 →Buy or hire the 3T-2 if...
- you want one that has 1kW more power
A mid-size site dumper for moving spoil, aggregate and concrete on building and landscaping sites. Common on hire fleets for groundworks where a 1 tonne or 6 tonne machine is the wrong size.
Full 3T-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 25Z-1 and the JCB 3T-2?
The JCB 25Z-1 is the bigger machine by 205kg. The JCB 3T-2 has 1kW more power. The JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the JCB 3T-2 is a 3 tonne payload site dumper with front or swivel tip.
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