Head to head
JCB JS131LC vs Volvo A25G
The Volvo A25G has 179kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Volvo A25G has 179kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB JS131LC | Volvo A25G | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) | 22.7 tonnes (empty) |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 234kW (Volvo D11M diesel) |
| Max bucket tearout | 20,660lbf | - |
| Max digging depth | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper | - |
| Payload | - | 25 tonnes |
| Dump body capacity | - | 15.3m3 (SAE heaped) |
Sources: JCB JS131LC, Volvo A25G. 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 A25G if...
- you want one that has 179kW more power
A mid-size articulated hauler built for moving bulk material across rough, wet or steep haul roads that a rigid dump truck cannot cross safely. Its 25 tonne payload suits quarry and large groundworks contracts rather than small housebuilding sites.
Listed by
- Daly Plant Hire Ltd - Tadworth, Kingswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB JS131LC and the Volvo A25G?
The Volvo A25G has 179kW more power. The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator; the Volvo A25G is a articulated dump truck.
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