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JCB 16C-1 vs JCB JS131LC
The JCB JS131LC has 43kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB JS131LC has 43kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB 16C-1 | JCB JS131LC | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1749 kg | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) |
| Engine power | 11.7 kW | 55kW (74hp) |
| Dig depth | 2.57 m | - |
| Dump height | 2.63 m | - |
| Max bucket tearout | - | 20,660lbf |
| Max digging depth | - | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper |
Sources: JCB 16C-1, JCB JS131LC. 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 JS131LC if...
- you want one that has 43kW 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 JCB 16C-1 and the JCB JS131LC?
The JCB JS131LC has 43kW more power. The JCB 16C-1 is a 1.5 tonne micro mini excavator; the JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
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