Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The JCB 525-60 has 36kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3.1 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 525-60 has 36kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 3.1 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 18.9kW |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 2,390kg |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
Sources: JCB 525-60, JCB STH-2S5 Swivel. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 525-60 if...
- you want one that has 36kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3.1 tonnes
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 →Buy or hire the STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The JCB 525-60 has 36kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3.1 tonnes. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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