Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Yanmar ViO20-6
The JCB 525-60 has 40kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,365kg.
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 3,365kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Yanmar ViO20-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 15.0 kW (20.1 hp) at 2,400 rpm |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 2,125 kg (4,685 lb) (rubber track, canopy) |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Dig depth | - | 2,410 mm (94.9 in) (blade down) |
| Overall width | - | 1,380 mm (54.3 in) |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Yanmar ViO20-6. 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 3,365kg
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 ViO20-6 if...
The Yanmar ViO20-6 steps up from the ViO17 into the roughly 2 tonne mini excavator class, still with Yanmar's true zero tail swing geometry for working in confined spaces. It competes with the Caterpillar 301.7 CR and similarly sized Kubota and Takeuchi machines for UK groundworks and utility hire jobs. Its fixed rather than variable undercarriage keeps the design simpler than some rivals, at the cost of not being able to narrow down for transport.
Full ViO20-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the Yanmar ViO20-6?
The JCB 525-60 has 40kW more power and is the bigger machine by 3,365kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Yanmar ViO20-6 is a a 2.0-2.1 tonne true zero tail swing mini excavator.
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