Head to head
MTS Dino 5 vs Volvo FMX 540
The Volvo FMX 540 has 73kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo FMX 540 has 73kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| MTS Dino 5 | Volvo FMX 540 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 330 kW (triple fan system) | 540bhp (D13, Euro 6) |
| Tank capacity | 12 m3 | - |
| Suction hose diameter | 250mm | - |
| Gross weight | - | 32,000kg (32 tonne) |
| Payload | - | 20,000kg |
| Axles | - | 8x4 |
Sources: MTS Dino 5, Volvo FMX 540. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Dino 5 if...
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 FMX 540 if...
- you want one that has 73kW more power
A heavy construction truck for muckaway and aggregate haulage contractors who need an 8-wheel tipper or tipper-grab body on a chassis built for site conditions rather than motorway haulage. The high-output D13 engine suits loaded running on soft or hilly access roads.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the MTS Dino 5 and the Volvo FMX 540?
The Volvo FMX 540 has 73kW 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 Volvo FMX 540 is a 540bhp 8x4 heavy tipper/grab truck.
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