Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Kubota U10
The JCB 525-60 has 47kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,290kg.
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 4,290kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Kubota U10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 7.6kW (10.3hp) |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 1200kg (2645lb, including operator) |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Max dig depth | - | 1.8m (5'11") |
| Bucket digging force | - | 550kg (1212lb) breakout force |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Kubota U10. 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 4,290kg
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 U10 if...
One of the smallest excavators Kubota builds, narrow and light enough to pass through a garden gate or go up in a domestic goods lift. Used for indoor demolition, basement digs and tight garden landscaping.
Listed by
- West Sussex Plant Hire - Hassocks, Keymer
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the Kubota U10?
The JCB 525-60 has 47kW more power and is the bigger machine by 4,290kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Kubota U10 is a micro excavator.
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