Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Volvo A30G
The Volvo A30G is the bigger machine by 46,539kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo A30G is the bigger machine by 46,539kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Volvo A30G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | approx. 52,029lb (23.6 tonnes) |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Engine power | 55 kW | - |
| Transport dimensions | - | 33ft 9in x 9ft 8in x 11ft 1in |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Volvo A30G. 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 A30G if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 46,539kg
A mid-size articulated hauler for moving spoil and aggregate over rough or soft haul roads. Quarry and large groundworks contractors hire it for higher-volume material movement than a rigid dumper allows.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the Volvo A30G?
The Volvo A30G is the bigger machine by 46,539kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Volvo A30G is a articulated dump truck.
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