Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Kubota U17-3a
The JCB 525-60 has 44kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,790kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 525-60 has 44kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 3,790kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Kubota U17-3a | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 11.3kW |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 1,700kg |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,460mm |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Kubota U17-3a. 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 44kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,790kg
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 U17-3a if...
A step up from a micro excavator for landscaping and groundworks contractors who need more dig depth and breakout force while still fitting through a standard gate or gap. Common on garden and small drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Beaver Tool Hire - Isleworth, Twickenham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- HG Plant Sales - Maldon, Langford
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the Kubota U17-3a?
The JCB 525-60 has 44kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,790kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Kubota U17-3a is a 1.7 tonne mini excavator.
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