Head to head
Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 vs JCB JS131LC
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 19kW more power and is the bigger machine by 105kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 19kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is the bigger machine by 105kg.
Specifications side by side
| Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 | JCB JS131LC | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 14,100 - 16,300kg | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) |
| Engine power | 74kW | 55kW (74hp) |
| Dig depth | 5,310 - 5,800mm | - |
| Max bucket tearout | - | 20,660lbf |
| Max digging depth | - | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper |
Sources: Hitachi ZX130LCN-7, JCB JS131LC. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ZX130LCN-7 if...
- you want one that has 19kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 105kg
Aimed at groundworkers and civils contractors who want a mid-size machine with the extra stability of a long-track (LCN) undercarriage. It suits drainage, footings and utility work on soft or made-up ground where a standard-width excavator would struggle.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
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 Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 and the JCB JS131LC?
The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 has 19kW more power and is the bigger machine by 105kg. The Hitachi ZX130LCN-7 is a 13-16 tonne long-undercarriage crawler excavator; the JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
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