Head to head
JCB JS131LC vs Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58
The JCB JS131LC has 20kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB JS131LC has 20kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| JCB JS131LC | Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 13,995-14,288kg (30,845-31,499lb) | 5,840 kg |
| Engine power | 55kW (74hp) | 35.5 kW |
| Max bucket tearout | 20,660lbf | - |
| Max digging depth | 4.85m to 6.10m depending on dipper | - |
| Bucket capacity | - | 0.11 m3 |
Sources: JCB JS131LC, Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58. 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 20kW 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 ECR58 if...
A short swing radius excavator for groundworks, drainage and roadside utility trenching where the rear of the machine must stay close to the tracks. Contractors and hire fleets use it as a larger compact digger.
Full ECR58 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the JCB JS131LC and the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58?
The JCB JS131LC has 20kW more power. The JCB JS131LC is a tracked excavator; the Volvo Construction Equipment ECR58 is a 5.8 tonne short swing mini excavator.
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