Head to head
JCB STH-2S5 Swivel vs Yanmar SV17VT
The Yanmar SV17VT has 94kW more power. The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 690kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Yanmar SV17VT has 94kW more power.
- Operating weight: the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 690kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | Yanmar SV17VT | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2,390kg | 1700 kg (canopy) / 1790 kg (cabin) |
| Engine power | 18.9kW | 11,3 kW (at 2400 rpm) |
| Skip capacity | 1,615 litres (heaped) | - |
| Breakout force | - | 16 kN |
| Fuel tank | - | 27 l |
Sources: JCB STH-2S5 Swivel, Yanmar SV17VT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the STH-2S5 Swivel if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 690kg
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 SV17VT if...
- you want one that has 94kW more power
A small digger for hire fleets, landscapers and builders on garden work, drainage and small trenches. Light enough to move on a trailer behind a pickup or van.
Full SV17VT specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel and the Yanmar SV17VT?
The Yanmar SV17VT has 94kW more power. The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is the bigger machine by 690kg. The JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the Yanmar SV17VT is a 1.7 tonne conventional-tail mini excavator.
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