Head to head
JCB 8008 CTS vs JCB JS131LC
The JCB 8008 CTS is a a sub-1 tonne micro excavator for confined-space and internal demolition work. The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| JCB 8008 CTS | JCB JS131LC | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,006 kg | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) |
| Dig depth | 1.69 m | - |
| Transport width | 0.7 m | - |
| Transport length | 2.68 m | - |
| Engine power | - | 55kW (74hp) |
| Max bucket tearout | - | 20,660lbf |
| Max digging depth | - | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper |
Sources: JCB 8008 CTS, JCB JS131LC. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 8008 CTS if...
The JCB 8008 CTS is a micro excavator sized to fit through a standard doorway, making it a fixture on UK internal strip-out, basement and confined-access hire fleets. Its short tail swing lets it work close to walls in spaces a 1.5-2 tonne machine cannot reach. It is typically hired for a specific job rather than bought outright.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
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 8008 CTS and the JCB JS131LC?
The JCB 8008 CTS is a a sub-1 tonne micro excavator for confined-space and internal demolition work; the JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator.
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