Sunbeam 45 VS Putzmeister P8 PTO Transit Mixer

Sunbeam 45 vs Putzmeister P8 PTO: the two differ on 35 of 41 listed specs. The main differences are Brand (Sunbeam Transit mixer vs Putzmeister Transit mixer), Drum Size (4.0 m³ vs 8.0 m³), Mixer Weight (3060 kg vs 4200 kg), Capacity (7800 L vs 14250 L). The other 6 specs are the same.

Specs from OEM brochures · comparison updated Aug 2026

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Sunbeam 45

Drum Size

4.0 m³
Mixer Weight

3060 kg
Capacity

7800 L
Filling Ratio

51%
Water Tank

450 L
RPM

0-14 rpm

Standard Transit Mixer

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Putzmeister P8 PTO

Drum Size

8.0 m³
Mixer Weight

4200 kg
Capacity

14250 L
Filling Ratio

56.10%
Water Tank

500 L
RPM

0-14 rpm

Standard Transit Mixer

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What's different: Sunbeam 45 vs Putzmeister P8 PTO

35 specs differ, 6 are identical. The full tables are below.

Spec	Sunbeam 45	Putzmeister P8 PTO
Brand	Sunbeam Transit mixer	Putzmeister Transit mixer
Drum Size	4.0 m³	8.0 m³
Mixer Weight	3060 kg	4200 kg
Capacity	7800 L	14250 L
Filling Ratio	51%	56.10%
Water Tank	450 L	500 L
Drum Drive	Slave Engine	EPTO
Water Line Volume	NA	8970 L

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The comparisons provided are based on the technical specifications published by the respective OEMs on their official websites and brochures. Please confirm these details directly with the OEMs before making any final decision.

Sunbeam 45 VS Putzmeister P8 PTO Transit Mixer

Specs from OEM brochures · comparison updated Aug 2026

Sunbeam 45

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Putzmeister P8 PTO

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Particulars	Sunbeam 45	Putzmeister P8 PTO

Putzmeister P8 PTO vs Sunbeam 45: Which One to Buy?

The Sunbeam 45 has a short 3896 mm sub-frame, which makes it easier to steer into narrow lanes and tight urban sites where a longer mixer can't go. The Putzmeister P8 PTO is a bigger machine, with a stronger 279 HP engine and double the filling capacity, built to move more concrete per trip on open sites with easier road access.

If you supply concrete to small or residential sites down narrow roads, the Sunbeam 45 is the easier mixer to work with. If you handle bigger sites where volume per trip matters more than tight manoeuvring, the Putzmeister P8 PTO gets more concrete there in fewer trips. Browse the full range of concrete mixers or read our concrete mixer guide before you decide.

Putzmeister P8 PTO Transit Mixer

Pros:

Higher filling capacity of 8.0 m³ which suits larger construction sites
Higher engine power at 279 HP ensures robust performance
Larger geometric volume of 14250 L provides efficient mixing
Bigger water tank capacity of 500 L for better water supply during mixing

Cons:

Heavier empty weight of 4200 kg could require more power to transport
Longer mixer sub-frame length of 5400 mm might limit accessibility on certain construction sites

Sunbeam 45 Transit Mixer

Pros:

Compact design with a shorter mixer sub-frame length of 3896 mm for better maneuverability
Lower empty weight of 3060 kg allows for easier transport and potentially lower fuel consumption
Includes specific water pump pressure and outlet specifications for precise water delivery

Cons:

Lower engine power at 70 HP may be less suitable for challenging terrains
Smaller filling capacity of 4.0 m³ and lower geometric volume indicating suitability for smaller projects

Closing Recommendation

Think about your site access and daily concrete volume before choosing between these two transit mixers. The Putzmeister P8 PTO is the better choice for larger projects that need high-volume mixing and delivery. The Sunbeam 45 is a good option for smaller sites where easy movement matters more than carrying a big load. So match the machine to your work: Putzmeister P8 PTO for large-volume delivery, Sunbeam 45 for small sites and tight lanes.