Head to head
JCB 16C-1 vs JCB 86C-2
The JCB 86C-2 is the bigger machine by 6,851kg and has 36kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 86C-2 is the bigger machine by 6,851kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 86C-2 has 36kW more power.
- Dig depth: the JCB 86C-2 digs 1.95m (6.5ft) deeper.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | JCB 86C-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | 8600 kg |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 48 kW |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | 4.52 m |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | 5.39 m |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, JCB 86C-2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 16C-1 if...
A small tow-behind digger for domestic groundworks, drainage and service trenches where a van or pickup is the transport. It suits hire fleets and builders working in gardens and tight side access.
Full 16C-1 specifications →Buy or hire the 86C-2 if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,851kg
- you want one that has 36kW more power
- you want one that digs 1.95m (6.5ft) deeper
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 JCB 16C-1 and the JCB 86C-2?
The JCB 86C-2 is the bigger machine by 6,851kg and has 36kW more power. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the JCB 86C-2 is a 8.6 tonne conventional-tailswing midi excavator.
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