Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs SANY SY26U
The JCB 525-60 has 40kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,830kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 525-60 has 40kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 2,830kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | SANY SY26U | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 14.6 kW at 2,400 rpm |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 2,660 kg |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,810 mm |
| Transport width | - | 1,550 mm |
Sources: JCB 525-60, SANY SY26U. 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 40kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,830kg
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 SY26U if...
The SANY SY26U is a 2.6 tonne mini excavator positioned as a value alternative to the established Kubota, JCB and Takeuchi machines in the same size class, sold in the UK through a small number of appointed dealers. SANY's UK presence is newer and thinner than the market leaders, so buyers weigh the lower purchase price against a less mature parts and resale network. It is more often bought outright by owner-operators than stocked in volume by the large national hire fleets.
Full SY26U specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the SANY SY26U?
The JCB 525-60 has 40kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,830kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the SANY SY26U is a a 2.6 tonne mini excavator.
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