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Kubota KX060-5 vs Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel
The Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel has 8kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel has 8kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Kubota KX060-5 | Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 47.6 kw | 55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm |
| Operating weight | 5441 kg | - |
| Dig depth | 3875 mm | - |
| Width | 1960 mm | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Heaped capacity | - | 3150 litres |
| Engine | - | Deutz TCD 3.6 L4 |
Sources: Kubota KX060-5, Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KX060-5 if...
A 5 tonne class digger for groundworks and civils contractors on deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading, and a common step up from 3 to 4 tonne hire machines.
Full KX060-5 specifications →Buy or hire the 6 Tonne Power Swivel if...
- you want one that has 8kW more power
A 6 tonne dumper whose skip swivels so it can tip to either side, useful for loading into trenches and working along narrow roads or site edges. Used by groundworks and utility contractors on UK sites. A cab is listed as an option.
Full 6 Tonne Power Swivel specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Kubota KX060-5 and the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel?
The Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel has 8kW more power. The Kubota KX060-5 is a 5 tonne class mini excavator; the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.
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