Head to head
JCB STH-2S5 Swivel vs Liebherr L556 XPower
The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper. The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with xpower power-split driveline.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | Liebherr L556 XPower | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,390kg | 19,600 - 21,600 kg |
| Skip capacity | 1,615 litres (heaped) | - |
| Engine power | 18.9kW | - |
| Tipping load | - | 9,300 - 13,750 kg |
| Bucket capacity | - | 2.80 - 10.00 m3 |
| Rated output ISO 14396 / ECE-R.120 | - | 183 kW / 249 HP |
Sources: JCB STH-2S5 Swivel, Liebherr L556 XPower. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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
Buy or hire the L556 XPower if...
A large wheel loader for quarry and bulk material handling work. Liebherr's XPower driveline splits power between hydrostatic and mechanical drive to cut fuel use on repetitive load-and-carry cycles.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel and the Liebherr L556 XPower?
The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with XPower power-split driveline.
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