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Stephill SSD6000S vs Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel
The Stephill SSD6000S is a 6 kva super silent diesel generator on a two-wheel site trolley. The Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Stephill SSD6000S | Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Yanmar L100V (EU Stage V) | Deutz TCD 3.6 L4 |
| Output | 6.0kVA / 4.8kW | - |
| Fuel tank | 24.0 Litres | - |
| Noise level | 60dBA @ 7 metres | - |
| Weight | 210 KG | - |
| Payload | - | 6000 kg |
| Heaped capacity | - | 3150 litres |
| Engine power | - | 55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm |
Sources: Stephill SSD6000S, Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the SSD6000S if...
Light, quiet site generator for small crews, tool power and welfare use. The trolley makes it easy to move around site. The figures below are from the maker's own page.
Full SSD6000S specifications →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 Stephill SSD6000S and the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel?
The Stephill SSD6000S is a 6 kVA super silent diesel generator on a two-wheel site trolley; the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper.
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