Head to head
JCB JS131LC vs Niftylift HR15 4x4
The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator. The Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| JCB JS131LC | Niftylift HR15 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) | 4,500kg diesel, 4,800kg hybrid, stated as minimum |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | - |
| Max bucket tearout | 20,660lbf | - |
| Max digging depth | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper | - |
| Working height | - | 15.7m (51ft 6in) |
| Working outreach | - | 9.4m (31ft) |
| Platform capacity | - | 225kg |
Sources: JCB JS131LC, Niftylift HR15 4x4. 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 HR15 4x4 if...
A British-built boom lift favoured by hire fleets for its narrow 2m width and tight turning circle, which let it reach working heights that normally require a much larger machine on a more constrained site. The flexible boom design allows working up and over obstacles.
Full HR15 4x4 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB JS131LC and the Niftylift HR15 4x4?
The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator; the Niftylift HR15 4x4 is a self-propelled articulating boom lift.
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