Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Kubota K008-5
The JCB 525-60 has 47kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,515kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 525-60 has 47kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 4,515kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Kubota K008-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 7.6kW |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 975kg |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Dig depth | - | 1,720mm |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Kubota K008-5. 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 47kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 4,515kg
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 K008-5 if...
The smallest class of digger, used by landscapers and utility contractors for work inside buildings, through standard doorways or in back gardens where nothing larger will fit. Its retractable undercarriage narrows it further for tight access.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the Kubota K008-5?
The JCB 525-60 has 47kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,515kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Kubota K008-5 is a 0.8 tonne micro excavator.
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