Head to head
Bobcat E35z vs JCB JS131LC
The JCB JS131LC has 37kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB JS131LC has 37kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat E35z | JCB JS131LC | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3499 kg | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) |
| Engine power | 18.2 kW | 55kW (74hp) |
| Dig depth | 3117 mm | - |
| Max bucket tearout | - | 20,660lbf |
| Max digging depth | - | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper |
Sources: Bobcat E35z, JCB JS131LC. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the E35z if...
A zero tail swing mini excavator for groundworks, drainage and utility work where the rear of the machine must stay inside the track width. Contractors and plant hire fleets use this class for trenching and foundations in confined sites.
Full E35z specifications →Buy or hire the JS131LC if...
- you want one that has 37kW more power
A 13-14 tonne tracked excavator used for general groundworks, drainage and foundation digging. A mainstay size class for medium plant hire fleets.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bobcat E35z and the JCB JS131LC?
The JCB JS131LC has 37kW more power. The Bobcat E35z is a 3.5 tonne zero tail swing mini excavator; the JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
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