Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Merlo P30.10
The Merlo P30.10 has 499kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,110kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P30.10 has 499kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P30.10 is the bigger machine by 2,110kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Merlo P30.10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 7600 kg |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Load capacity | - | 3000 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 9.8 m |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Merlo P30.10. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 525-60 if...
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 P30.10 if...
- you want one that has 499kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,110kg
A telehandler with a 3 tonne capacity and a lift of nearly 10 metres, for building and construction work such as loading roofs and upper floors on UK sites.
Full P30.10 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the Merlo P30.10?
The Merlo P30.10 has 499kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,110kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Merlo P30.10 is a 3 tonne telehandler with 10 metre class lift.
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