Head to head
JCB STH-2S5 Swivel vs Volvo A25G
The Volvo A25G has 215kW more power and is the bigger machine by 20,310kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo A25G has 215kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Volvo A25G is the bigger machine by 20,310kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,390kg | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Engine power | 18.9kW | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Skip capacity | 1,615 litres (heaped) | - |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: JCB STH-2S5 Swivel, Volvo A25G. 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 A25G if...
- you want one that has 215kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 20,310kg
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel and the Volvo A25G?
The Volvo A25G has 215kW more power and is the bigger machine by 20,310kg. The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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