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MTS Dino 5 vs Volvo L220H

The MTS Dino 5 has 50kW more power.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

MTS Dino 5
MTS Dino 5 - image: McGovern Plant Hire
L220H
Volvo L220H

Key differences

Specifications side by side

MTS Dino 5Volvo L220H
Engine power330 kW (triple fan system)375hp (Volvo D13J, Tier 4f)
Tank capacity12 m3-
Suction hose diameter250mm-
Operating weight-68,780-72,970 lb
Bucket capacity-5.6-20.9 yd3
Breakout force-55,075 lbf
Static tipping load-46,295 lbs

Sources: MTS Dino 5, Volvo L220H. 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 50kW 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.

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Buy or hire the L220H if...

A large production wheel loader for quarries and bulk material handling rather than general building sites. Its wide bucket capacity range lets one machine be set up for anything from aggregates to woodchip, which suits quarry and waste transfer operators.

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Full L220H specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the MTS Dino 5 and the Volvo L220H?

The MTS Dino 5 has 50kW 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 L220H is a large wheel loader.

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