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Stephill SSDP60V vs Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip

The Stephill SSDP60V is a 56 kva super silent diesel generator with perkins engine. The Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip is a 3 tonne front tip site dumper.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Stephill SSDP60V
Stephill SSDP60V - image: Stephill Generators Ltd
Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip
Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip - image: Molson Group

Specifications side by side

Stephill SSDP60VThwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip
EnginePerkins 904J-E28TAYanmar 3TNV88
Output56.0kVA / 44.8kW-
Fuel tank360 Litres-
Noise level65dBA @ 7 metres-
Weight1470 KG-
Payload-3000 kg
Heaped capacity-1680 litres
Engine power-24.8kW (33.2 bhp) @ 2800rpm

Sources: Stephill SSDP60V, Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the SSDP60V if...

Three-phase generator for hire fleets, construction, events, utilities and standby use. Large bunded tank gives long run times between refuels.

Full SSDP60V specifications →

Buy or hire the 3 Tonne Front Tip if...

A mid-size front tip dumper for groundworks, drainage and general muck shifting on UK sites where a 3 tonne payload is enough. Sits between the 1 tonne hi-tip and the 6 tonne dumpers in the Thwaites range.

Full 3 Tonne Front Tip specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Stephill SSDP60V and the Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip?

The Stephill SSDP60V is a 56 kVA super silent diesel generator with Perkins engine; the Thwaites 3 Tonne Front Tip is a 3 tonne front tip site dumper.

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