Head to head
JCB JS131LC vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40
The JCB JS131LC has 37kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB JS131LC has 37kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB JS131LC | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) | 3,985 kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 18.5 kW |
| Max bucket tearout | 20,660lbf | - |
| Max digging depth | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.052 - 0.148 m3 |
Sources: JCB JS131LC, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40. 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 37kW 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 ECR40 if...
A short swing radius compact excavator for trenching, landscaping and building work in confined spaces. Contractors and hire fleets use it where a 4 tonne digger is needed close to walls and traffic.
Full ECR40 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB JS131LC and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40?
The JCB JS131LC has 37kW more power. The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR40 is a 4 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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