Head to head
JCB 3CX Compact vs MTS Dino 5
The MTS Dino 5 has 275kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 275kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3CX Compact | MTS Dino 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 330 kW (triple fan system) |
| Operating weight | 6070 kg | - |
| Dig depth | 5 m | - |
| Travel Speed | 40 kph | - |
| Tank capacity | - | 12 m3 |
| Suction hose diameter | - | 250mm |
Sources: JCB 3CX Compact, MTS Dino 5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3CX Compact if...
Aimed at utility, highways and town-centre work where a full-size backhoe will not fit. Used for trenching, loading and breaking out on narrow roads, estates and tight sites.
Full 3CX Compact specifications →Buy or hire the Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 275kW more power
The Dino 5 suits utility and drainage contractors who need to expose buried pipes and cables without a digger, using suction rather than a bucket to avoid damaging services. Its triple-fan system is built for contractors who need strong continuous suction on site rather than the largest tank on offer.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 3CX Compact and the MTS Dino 5?
The MTS Dino 5 has 275kW more power. The JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide; the MTS Dino 5 is a a truck-mounted suction excavator from German manufacturer MTS, part of its Dino range for vacuum excavation and drainage work..
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