Head to head
JCB 9T-2 vs MTS Dino 5
The MTS Dino 5 has 275kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 275kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 9T-2 | MTS Dino 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 330 kW (triple fan system) |
| Operating weight | 5,400kg | - |
| Payload | 9,000kg | - |
| Tank capacity | - | 12 m3 |
| Suction hose diameter | - | 250mm |
Sources: JCB 9T-2, MTS Dino 5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 9T-2 if...
A high-capacity straight-tip dumper for groundworks and civils contractors moving large volumes of spoil or aggregate on bigger sites, where a smaller dumper would mean too many trips. Requires an operator holding the appropriate site dumper category.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 275kW 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 9T-2 and the MTS Dino 5?
The MTS Dino 5 has 275kW more power. The JCB 9T-2 is a 9 tonne payload site dumper; 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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