Head to head
JCB 25Z-1 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Yanmar SV17VT has 95kW more power. The JCB 25Z-1 is the bigger machine by 850kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 95kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 25Z-1 is the bigger machine by 850kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 25Z-1 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2550 kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Dig depth | 2.82 m | - |
| Dump height | 3 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: JCB 25Z-1, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 850kg
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 SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 95kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 25Z-1 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Yanmar SV17VT has 95kW more power. The JCB 25Z-1 is the bigger machine by 850kg. The JCB 25Z-1 is a 2.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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