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JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel vs JCB JS131LC
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper. The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel | JCB JS131LC | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4,840kg | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) |
| Skip capacity | 3,191 litres (heaped) | - |
| Engine power | - | 55kW (74hp) |
| Max bucket tearout | - | 20,660lbf |
| Max digging depth | - | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper |
Sources: JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel, JCB JS131LC. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 6ST-2S5 Swivel if...
Suits groundworkers who need to tip to the side or rear without turning the whole machine, useful in trenches or narrow access where reversing to line up a straight-tip skip is awkward. The 6 tonne capacity sits in the middle of JCB's swivel dumper range.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
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 6ST-2S5 Swivel and the JCB JS131LC?
The JCB 6ST-2S5 Swivel is a 6 tonne swivel-skip site dumper; the JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
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