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Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel vs Wacker Neuson DPU100-70
The Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper. The Wacker Neuson DPU100-70 is a reversible vibratory plate compactor, diesel.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel | Wacker Neuson DPU100-70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Deutz TCD 3.6 L4 | Lombardini 12 LD 475, 15.0kW max at 3,000rpm |
| Payload | 6000 kg | - |
| Heaped capacity | 3150 litres | - |
| Engine power | 55.4 kW (74 hp) @ 2200rpm | - |
| Operating weight | - | 680kg (710kg with extension plates) |
| Centrifugal force | - | 100kN |
| Plate width | - | 700mm (970mm with extension plates) |
| Travel speed | - | 30m/min forward, 28m/min reverse |
Sources: Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel, Wacker Neuson DPU100-70. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →Buy or hire the DPU100-70 if...
A heavy reversible plate compactor for granular sub-base and asphalt work, too large for garden or driveway jobs. Its weight and centrifugal force suit groundworkers compacting trench backfill and road sub-base rather than small landscaping tasks.
Listed by
- Baz plant Sales agricultural plant and machinery dealer - Chesterfield
Common questions
What is the difference between the Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel and the Wacker Neuson DPU100-70?
The Thwaites 6 Tonne Power Swivel is a 6 tonne power swivel site dumper; the Wacker Neuson DPU100-70 is a reversible vibratory plate compactor, diesel.
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