Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Yanmar SV17VT
The JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 3,790kg. The Yanmar SV17VT has 58kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 3,790kg.
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 58kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Yanmar SV17VT. 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 is the bigger machine by 3,790kg
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 SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 58kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 3,790kg. The Yanmar SV17VT has 58kW more power. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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