Head to head
JCB 35Z-1 vs JCB 525-60
The JCB 525-60 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,934kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 525-60 has 37kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 1,934kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 35Z-1 | JCB 525-60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3556 kg | 5490 kg |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | 55 kW |
| Dig depth | 3.48 m | - |
| Dump height | 3.53 m | - |
| Max. Lift Capacity | - | 2500 kg |
| Max. Lift Height | - | 6 m |
| Max. Reach | - | 3.06 m |
Sources: JCB 35Z-1, JCB 525-60. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Buy or hire the 525-60 if...
- you want one that has 37kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 1,934kg
A compact telehandler for builders, roofers and merchants lifting pallets and materials on housing and refurbishment sites, and for yard and farm loading. Its low height and narrow width suit restricted access.
Full 525-60 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 35Z-1 and the JCB 525-60?
The JCB 525-60 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,934kg. The JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler.
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