Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Kubota KX030-4
The JCB 525-60 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2.7 tonnes.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 525-60 has 37kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 2.7 tonnes.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Kubota KX030-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 17.7 kw |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 2790 kg |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2870 mm |
| Width | - | 1500 mm |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Kubota KX030-4. 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 37kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2.7 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 KX030-4 if...
A 3 tonne class digger for hire fleets, groundworkers and landscapers on trenching, drainage and foundation work in confined spaces. The reduced overhang helps on tight sites.
Full KX030-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the Kubota KX030-4?
The JCB 525-60 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2.7 tonnes. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Kubota KX030-4 is a 2.8 tonne class mini excavator.
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