Head to head
JCB JS131LC vs Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 6,475kg.
Last reviewed 9 November 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 6,475kg.
Specifications side by side
| JCB JS131LC | Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) | 20,470 - 25,760 kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | - |
| Max bucket tearout | 20,660lbf | - |
| Max digging depth | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper | - |
| Gross power | - | 129 kW |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.48 - 1.44 m3 |
| Max. digging depth | - | 6,730 mm |
| Max. digging reach | - | 9,930 mm |
Sources: JCB JS131LC, Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E. 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 EC220E if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 6,475kg
The Volvo EC220E is a mid-size crawler excavator used on larger UK groundworks, civils and demolition sites where a mini or midi excavator no longer has the reach or bucket capacity needed. Its Stage V D6 engine and Volvo cab are aimed at operators running long shifts. It is specified against similarly sized excavators from Caterpillar, Komatsu and Hitachi in the 20-22 tonne class.
Full EC220E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB JS131LC and the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E?
The Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is the bigger machine by 6,475kg. The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment EC220E is a a 22 tonne class crawler excavator for medium civils and groundworks.
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