Head to head
JCB 86C-2 vs MTS Dino 5
The MTS Dino 5 has 282kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 282kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 86C-2 | MTS Dino 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 48 kW | 330 kW (triple fan system) |
| Operating weight | 8600 kg | - |
| Dig depth | 4.52 m | - |
| Dump height | 5.39 m | - |
| Tank capacity | - | 12 m3 |
| Suction hose diameter | - | 250mm |
Sources: JCB 86C-2, MTS Dino 5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 86C-2 if...
Used by groundworks and civils contractors for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading on housing and utility sites. Hire fleets stock it as the step between mini diggers and full-size excavators.
Full 86C-2 specifications →Buy or hire the Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 282kW more power
The Dino 5 suits utility and drainage contractors who need to expose buried pipes and cables without a digger, using suction rather than a bucket to avoid damaging services. Its triple-fan system is built for contractors who need strong continuous suction on site rather than the largest tank on offer.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 86C-2 and the MTS Dino 5?
The MTS Dino 5 has 282kW more power. The JCB 86C-2 is a 8.6 tonne conventional-tailswing midi excavator; the MTS Dino 5 is a a truck-mounted suction excavator from German manufacturer MTS, part of its Dino range for vacuum excavation and drainage work..
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