Head to head
JCB 3T-2 vs JCB HiLift Tip Dumper
The JCB 3T-2 carries 2 tonnes more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the JCB 3T-2 carries 2 tonnes more.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 3T-2 | JCB HiLift Tip Dumper | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 3000 kg | 1,000kg |
| Operating weight | 2345 kg | - |
| Engine power | 18.9 kW | - |
Sources: JCB 3T-2, JCB HiLift Tip Dumper. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3T-2 if...
- you want one that carries 2 tonnes more
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 HiLift Tip Dumper if...
A small dumper for landscaping and general building work where material needs to be tipped higher than a standard dumper allows, for example straight into a skip lorry or raised bed, on sites too tight for a larger machine.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 3T-2 and the JCB HiLift Tip Dumper?
The JCB 3T-2 carries 2 tonnes more. The JCB 3T-2 is a 3 tonne payload site dumper with front or swivel tip; the JCB HiLift Tip Dumper is a 1 tonne high-tip site dumper.
Which carries more, the JCB 3T-2 or the JCB HiLift Tip Dumper?
The JCB 3T-2, by 2 tonnes.
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