JCB 531-70 vs JCB 540-170 Loadall

	JCB JCB 531-70	JCB JCB 540-170 Loadall
Operating weight	—	11,800 kg (26,000 lb)
Engine power	—	81 kW (109 hp)
Max. lift capacity	≈3,100 kg (6,800 lb)	≈4,000 kg (8,800 lb)
Max. lift height	≈7 m (23 ft)	≈17 m (55 ft 9 in)
Engine power	—	≈81 kW (109 hp)
Engine	—	JCB DieselMax 448
Steering	—	2WS / 4WS / crab
Strengths	+ Versatile + Fast cycles	+ Proven design from the market leader + Good reach-to-capacity ratio + JCB LiveLink telematics
Watch-outs	− Not for high-reach work	− Requires stabilisers for maximum height
	Full 531-70 review	Full 540-170 review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.