Head to head
JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel vs Kubota K008-3
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 3,860kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 3,860kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | Kubota K008-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,840kg | 980kg |
| Skip capacity | 3,191 litres (heaped) | - |
| Engine power | - | 10.2PS |
Sources: JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel, Kubota K008-3. 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 3,860kg
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 K008-3 if...
A micro digger. At 980kg it is the machine people hire for back gardens, small drainage runs and work inside buildings. It is light enough to move on a small braked plant trailer.
Listed by
- South East Plant Hire Ltd - Dartford, Eynsford
- MY Tool Hire Ltd - Harrow
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel and the Kubota K008-3?
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 3,860kg. The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the Kubota K008-3 is a micro excavator, under 1.3 tonnes.
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