Head to head
JCB 8008 CTS vs Liebherr L556 XPower
The JCB 8008 CTS is a a sub-1 tonne micro excavator for confined-space and internal demolition work. The Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with xpower power-split driveline.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| JCB 8008 CTS | Liebherr L556 XPower | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 1,006 kg | 19,600 - 21,600 kg |
| Dig depth | 1.69 m | - |
| Transport width | 0.7 m | - |
| Transport length | 2.68 m | - |
| 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 8008 CTS, Liebherr L556 XPower. 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 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 8008 CTS and the Liebherr L556 XPower?
The JCB 8008 CTS is a a sub-1 tonne micro excavator for confined-space and internal demolition work; the Liebherr L556 XPower is a large wheel loader with XPower power-split driveline.
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