Head to head
JCB JS131LC vs Kubota KX71-3
The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator. The Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| JCB JS131LC | Kubota KX71-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) | approx. 6,550lb (2,970kg) |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | - |
| Max bucket tearout | 20,660lbf | - |
| Max digging depth | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper | - |
| Length | - | 14ft 11in |
| Width | - | 4ft 11in |
Sources: JCB JS131LC, Kubota KX71-3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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
Buy or hire the KX71-3 if...
A sub-3 tonne mini excavator for small groundworks, drainage and garden digging jobs. It is a size class widely hired by landscapers and general builders for work too small to justify a larger machine.
Listed by
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB JS131LC and the Kubota KX71-3?
The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator; the Kubota KX71-3 is a mini excavator.
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