Head to head
JCB 525-60 vs JCB JS131LC
The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler. The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| JCB 525-60 | JCB JS131LC | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 55 kW | 55kW (74hp) |
| Operating weight | 5490 kg | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) |
| Max. Lift Capacity | 2500 kg | - |
| Max. Lift Height | 6 m | - |
| Max. Reach | 3.06 m | - |
| Max bucket tearout | - | 20,660lbf |
| Max digging depth | - | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper |
Sources: JCB 525-60, JCB JS131LC. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 525-60 if...
A compact telehandler for builders, roofers and merchants lifting pallets and materials on housing and refurbishment sites, and for yard and farm loading. Its low height and narrow width suit restricted access.
Full 525-60 specifications →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 JCB 525-60 and the JCB JS131LC?
The JCB 525-60 is a 2.5 tonne, 6 m compact telehandler; the JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
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