Head to head
Caterpillar 352F vs JCB JS131LC
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator. The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Caterpillar 352F | JCB JS131LC | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 115,700lb (~52.5 tonnes) | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) |
| Engine | Cat C13 ACERT, 417hp net | - |
| Fuel capacity | 190 US gallons | - |
| Max travel speed | 2.9mph | - |
| Engine power | - | 55kW (74hp) |
| Max bucket tearout | - | 20,660lbf |
| Max digging depth | - | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper |
Sources: Caterpillar 352F, JCB JS131LC. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 352F if...
A large excavator for bulk earthmoving and quarry-scale digging rather than site groundworks. Contractors hire it for big-volume dig and load jobs where a mid-size machine would be too slow.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Buy or hire the JS131LC if...
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 Caterpillar 352F and the JCB JS131LC?
The Caterpillar 352F is a large hydraulic excavator; the JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
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