Head to head
JCB 3T-2 vs JCB 9T-2
The JCB 9T-2 carries 6 tonnes more and has 36kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the JCB 9T-2 carries 6 tonnes more.
- Engine power: the JCB 9T-2 has 36kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 9T-2 is the bigger machine by 3,055kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3T-2 | JCB 9T-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 3000 kg | 9,000kg |
| Operating weight | 2345 kg | 5,400kg |
| Engine power | 18.9 kW | 55kW (74hp) |
Sources: JCB 3T-2, JCB 9T-2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3T-2 if...
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 →Buy or hire the 9T-2 if...
- you want one that carries 6 tonnes more
- you want one that has 36kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,055kg
A high-capacity straight-tip dumper for groundworks and civils contractors moving large volumes of spoil or aggregate on bigger sites, where a smaller dumper would mean too many trips. Requires an operator holding the appropriate site dumper category.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 3T-2 and the JCB 9T-2?
The JCB 9T-2 carries 6 tonnes more and has 36kW more power. The JCB 3T-2 is a 3 tonne payload site dumper with front or swivel tip; the JCB 9T-2 is a 9 tonne payload site dumper.
Which carries more, the JCB 3T-2 or the JCB 9T-2?
The JCB 9T-2, by 6 tonnes.
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