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JCB 25Z-1 vs John Deere 6170R

The John Deere 6170R has 107kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

JCB 25Z-1
JCB 25Z-1 - image: JCB
John Deere 6170R
John Deere 6170R - image: McGovern Plant Hire

Key differences

Specifications side by side

JCB 25Z-1John Deere 6170R
Engine power18.4 kW125kW (170hp)
Operating weight2550 kg-
Dig depth2.82 m-
Dump height3 m-

Sources: JCB 25Z-1, John Deere 6170R. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

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 →

Buy or hire the 6170R if...

  • you want one that has 107kW more power

A mid-size utility tractor used on plant-hire fleets for towing plant trailers, running PTO-driven attachments and general groundwork traction where a dedicated construction tractor unit isn't justified. Suits contractors who need towing capacity rather than pure horsepower.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the JCB 25Z-1 and the John Deere 6170R?

The John Deere 6170R has 107kW more power. The JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the John Deere 6170R is a 170hp agricultural tractor.

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