Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Kubota KX018-4
The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler. The Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Kubota KX018-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | up to 1720kg |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Engine power | 55 kW | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2380mm |
| Width | - | 1300mm |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Kubota KX018-4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 525-60 if...
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 KX018-4 if...
The 1.5 tonne class is the busiest size in UK hire fleets. At 1,720kg it goes on a braked plant trailer behind a large 4x4 or pickup, and digs to 2380mm for footings, drainage runs and fence posts.
Full KX018-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the Kubota KX018-4?
The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Kubota KX018-4 is a 1.5 tonne class mini excavator.
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