Head to head
MTS Dino 12 vs MTS Dino 5
The MTS Dino 5 has 130kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 130kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| MTS Dino 12 | MTS Dino 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tank capacity | 12 m3 | 12 m3 |
| Suction hose diameter | 250mm | 250mm |
| Engine power | 200 kW (twin fan system) | 330 kW (triple fan system) |
| Chassis | 8x4, 32 tonne | - |
Sources: MTS Dino 12, MTS Dino 5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Dino 12 if...
The Dino 12 suits contractors handling bigger vacuum excavation jobs, such as trial holes on major utility works, where its 8x4 chassis and twin-fan system give more continuous suction power than a smaller van-mounted unit. It is aimed at hire fleets serving highways and utility contractors rather than small domestic drainage jobs.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Buy or hire the Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 130kW 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.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the MTS Dino 12 and the MTS Dino 5?
The MTS Dino 5 has 130kW more power. The MTS Dino 12 is a a larger truck-mounted suction excavator from MTS, built on an 8x4 32-tonne chassis for heavier vacuum excavation work.; 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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