Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Kubota U36-4
The JCB 525-60 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,735kg.
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 1,735kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Kubota U36-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 17.8 kw |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 3755 kg |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Dig depth | - | 3410 mm |
| Width | - | 1700 mm |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Kubota U36-4. 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 1,735kg
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 U36-4 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for builders, utility firms and hire fleets working beside walls, fences and live traffic. Common for trenching, foundations and drainage on urban sites.
Full U36-4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the Kubota U36-4?
The JCB 525-60 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 1,735kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Kubota U36-4 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tail swing compact excavator.
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