Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Kubota KX060-5
The JCB 525-60 has 7kW more power and is the bigger machine by 49kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 525-60 has 7kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 49kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Kubota KX060-5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 47.6 kw |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 5441 kg |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3875 mm |
| Width | - | 1960 mm |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Kubota KX060-5. 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 7kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 49kg
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 KX060-5 if...
A 5 tonne class digger for groundworks and civils contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading, and a common step up from 3 to 4 tonne hire machines.
Full KX060-5 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the Kubota KX060-5?
The JCB 525-60 has 7kW more power and is the bigger machine by 49kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator.
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