Head to head
JCB JS131LC vs Kubota U48-4
The JCB JS131LC has 25kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB JS131LC has 25kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB JS131LC | Kubota U48-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) | 4775kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 40.5PS |
| Max bucket tearout | 20,660lbf | - |
| Max digging depth | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper | - |
Sources: JCB JS131LC, Kubota U48-4. 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 25kW 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 U48-4 if...
A midi excavator for groundworks, utilities and landscaping contractors. At 4.8 tonnes it arrives on a lorry rather than behind a car.
Listed by
- Standard Plant Hire - Keston
- Red Plant Sales Ltd - Colchester, Frating
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB JS131LC and the Kubota U48-4?
The JCB JS131LC has 25kW more power. The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator; the Kubota U48-4 is a midi excavator, 3 to 6 tonnes.
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