Head to head
HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX19A vs JCB 86C-2
The JCB 86C-2 is the bigger machine by 6,715kg and has 36kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 86C-2 is the bigger machine by 6,715kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 86C-2 has 36kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX19A | JCB 86C-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1885 kg | 8600 kg |
| Engine power | 12.1 kW | 48 kW |
| Bucket capacity | 0.04 cubic meter | - |
| Dig depth | - | 4.52 m |
| Dump height | - | 5.39 m |
Sources: HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX19A, JCB 86C-2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HX19A if...
A small mini excavator for garden work, patios, drainage runs and small trenches where machine width and transport weight matter. It suits domestic groundworkers and hire fleets that stock a 1.5 to 2 tonne digger.
Full HX19A specifications →Buy or hire the 86C-2 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,715kg
- you want one that has 36kW more power
Used by groundworks and civils contractors for deeper trenching, pipe laying and loading on housing and utility sites. Hire fleets stock it as the step between mini diggers and full-size excavators.
Full 86C-2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX19A and the JCB 86C-2?
The JCB 86C-2 is the bigger machine by 6,715kg and has 36kW more power. The HD Hyundai Construction Equipment HX19A is a 1.9 tonne mini excavator; the JCB 86C-2 is a 8.6 tonne conventional-tailswing midi excavator.
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