Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs Yanmar ViO33-6
The JCB 525-60 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,335kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 525-60 has 37kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB 525-60 is the bigger machine by 2,335kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | Yanmar ViO33-6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 18.5 kW / 24.8 HP at 2200 rpm |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 3155 kg (canopy) / 3275 kg (cabin) |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Breakout force | - | 29.9 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 41 l |
Sources: JCB 525-60, Yanmar ViO33-6. 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 37kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,335kg
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 ViO33-6 if...
A zero-tail swing digger for groundworkers, utility contractors and hire fleets on trenching, drainage and foundations beside walls and fences. Suits urban sites with limited space.
Full ViO33-6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 525-60 and the Yanmar ViO33-6?
The JCB 525-60 has 37kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,335kg. The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the Yanmar ViO33-6 is a 3.2 tonne zero-tail mini excavator.
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