Head to head
JCB 35Z-1 vs Liebherr L556 XPower
The JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator. The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with xpower power-split driveline.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| JCB 35Z-1 | Liebherr L556 XPower | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 3556 kg | 19,600 - 21,600 kg |
| Dig depth | 3.48 m | - |
| Dump height | 3.53 m | - |
| Engine power | 18.4 kW | - |
| Tipping load | - | 9,300 - 13,750 kg |
| Bucket capacity | - | 2.80 - 10.00 m3 |
| Rated output ISO 14396 / ECE-R.120 | - | 183 kW / 249 HP |
Sources: JCB 35Z-1, Liebherr L556 XPower. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35Z-1 if...
A common step up from the 2 to 3 tonne diggers for house foundations, utility trenching and landscaping on tight urban sites. Zero tailswing lets it slew close to walls and traffic.
Full 35Z-1 specifications →Buy or hire the L556 XPower if...
A large wheel loader for quarry and bulk material handling work. Liebherr's XPower driveline splits power between hydrostatic and mechanical drive to cut fuel use on repetitive load-and-carry cycles.
Listed by
- ChapmanPlant - Bristol, Iron Acton
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB 35Z-1 and the Liebherr L556 XPower?
The JCB 35Z-1 is a 3.5 tonne zero-tailswing mini excavator; the Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with XPower power-split driveline.
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