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JCB STH-2S5 Swivel vs MTS Dino 5

The MTS Dino 5 has 311kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
JCB STH-2S5 Swivel - image: McGovern Plant Hire
MTS Dino 5
MTS Dino 5 - image: McGovern Plant Hire

Key differences

Specifications side by side

JCB STH-2S5 SwivelMTS Dino 5
Engine power18.9kW330 kW (triple fan system)
Operating weight2,390kg-
Skip capacity1,615 litres (heaped)-
Tank capacity-12 m3
Suction hose diameter-250mm

Sources: JCB STH-2S5 Swivel, MTS Dino 5. 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.

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Buy or hire the Dino 5 if...

  • you want one that has 311kW 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.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel and the MTS Dino 5?

The MTS Dino 5 has 311kW more power. The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip 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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