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JCB JS131LC vs JCB STH-2S5 Swivel
The JCB JS131LC has 36kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB JS131LC has 36kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB JS131LC | JCB STH-2S5 Swivel | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) | 2,390kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 18.9kW |
| Max bucket tearout | 20,660lbf | - |
| Max digging depth | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper | - |
| Skip capacity | - | 1,615 litres (heaped) |
Sources: JCB JS131LC, JCB STH-2S5 Swivel. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the JS131LC if...
- you want one that has 36kW more power
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
Buy or hire the STH-2S5 Swivel if...
A compact swivel dumper for smaller groundworks and landscaping contractors who need to tip to the side without repositioning, popular on domestic extension and garden sites where access is tight.
Listed by
- McGovern Plant Hire - Hounslow, Cranford
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB JS131LC and the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel?
The JCB JS131LC has 36kW more power. The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator; the JCB STH-2S5 Swivel is a 3 tonne swivel-skip site dumper.
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