Head to head
JCB 50Z-2 vs MTS Dino 5
The MTS Dino 5 has 294kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 294kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 50Z-2 | MTS Dino 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 36 kW | 330 kW (triple fan system) |
| Operating weight | 5030 kg | - |
| Dig depth | 3.65 m | - |
| Dump height | 4.08 m | - |
| Tank capacity | - | 12 m3 |
| Suction hose diameter | - | 250mm |
Sources: JCB 50Z-2, MTS Dino 5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 50Z-2 if...
A zero tailswing digger for utility trenching, house foundations and road edge work where the rear of the machine has to stay inside the track width. It is used on civils sites and hire fleets that want a 5 tonne class machine.
Full 50Z-2 specifications →Buy or hire the Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 294kW 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 50Z-2 and the MTS Dino 5?
The MTS Dino 5 has 294kW more power. The JCB 50Z-2 is a 5 tonne zero tailswing mini excavator; 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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