Head to head
JCB JS131LC vs Kubota KX080-4a
The JCB JS131LC has 9kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB JS131LC has 9kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB JS131LC | Kubota KX080-4a | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) | 8240kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 63.2PS |
| Max bucket tearout | 20,660lbf | - |
| Max digging depth | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper | - |
Sources: JCB JS131LC, Kubota KX080-4a. 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 9kW 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 KX080-4a if...
A 6 to 10 tonne machine for site clearance, drainage and bulk digging, often run with a dumper alongside. At 8.2 tonnes it moves on a lorry or low-loader.
Listed by
- Compact Plant Sales - Farnham
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB JS131LC and the Kubota KX080-4a?
The JCB JS131LC has 9kW more power. The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator; the Kubota KX080-4a is a tracked excavator, 6 to 10 tonnes.
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