Head to head
JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,450kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,450kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,840kg | 2,390kg |
| Skip capacity | 3,191 litres (heaped) | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
| Engine power | - | 18.9kW |
Sources: JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel, JCB STH-2S5 Swivel. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,450kg
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 2,450kg. The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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