Head to head
John Deere 6170R vs Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip
The John Deere 6170R has 100kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the John Deere 6170R has 100kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| John Deere 6170R | Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 125kW (170hp) | 24.8kW (33.2 bhp) @ 2800rpm |
| Payload | - | 3000 kg |
| Heaped capacity | - | 1680 litres |
| Engine | - | Yanmar 3TNV88 |
Sources: John Deere 6170R, Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6170R if...
- you want one that has 100kW more power
A mid-size utility tractor used on plant-hire fleets for towing plant trailers, running PTO-driven attachments and general groundwork traction where a dedicated construction tractor unit isn't justified. Suits contractors who need towing capacity rather than pure horsepower.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the 3 Tonne Front Tip if...
A mid-size front tip dumper for groundworks, drainage and general muck shifting on UK sites where a 3 tonne payload is enough. Sits between the 1 tonne hi-tip and the 6 tonne dumpers in the Thwaites range.
Full 3 Tonne Front Tip specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the John Deere 6170R and the Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip?
The John Deere 6170R has 100kW more power. The John Deere 6170R is a 170hp agricultural tractor; the Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip is a 3 tonne front tip site dumper.
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