Head to head
MTS Dino 5 vs Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel
The MTS Dino 5 has 275kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the MTS Dino 5 has 275kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| MTS Dino 5 | Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 330 kW (triple fan system) | 55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm |
| Tank capacity | 12 m3 | - |
| Suction hose diameter | 250mm | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Heaped capacity | - | 3150 litres |
| Engine | - | Deutz TCD 3.6 L4 |
Sources: MTS Dino 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 Dino 5 if...
- you want one that has 275kW 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
Buy or hire the 6 Tonne Power Swivel if...
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 MTS Dino 5 and the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel?
The MTS Dino 5 has 275kW more power. 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.; the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.
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