Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Volvo A25G
The Volvo A25G has 179kW more power and is the bigger machine by 17,210kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo A25G has 179kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 17,210kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Volvo A25G. 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 A25G if...
- you want one that has 179kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 17,210kg
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the Volvo A25G?
The Volvo A25G has 179kW more power and is the bigger machine by 17,210kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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