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JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader

Category: Backhoe Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: JCB ➔
Model: 3CX-15 ➔

The JCB 3CX-15 is a backhoe loader designed for digging, loading, trenching, and general site work. It combines a front loader bucket with a rear excavator arm, making it suitable for construction, utility, agricultural, and municipal applications. The 3CX-15 is part of JCB's 3CX backhoe loader range and is commonly used for material handling, excavation, road maintenance, and small-to-medium earthmoving tasks. Typical features include four-wheel drive, a compact wheelbase, and operator controls suited to versatile jobsite use. The model is recognized for its multi-purpose configuration and compatibility with a range of attachments.

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General Specifications

4th Gear Fwd mph (kmh)	22.5 (36) Starting 2008 Model Year
Breakout Force lbs (kgs)	12,638 (5,734) Starting 2008 Model Year
Digging Depth ft (m)	16.25 (4.9) Starting 2008 Model Year
Lift Capacity lbs (kgs)	9,231 (4,188) Starting 2008 Model Year
Loading Height ft (m)	15.3 (3.9) Starting 2008 Model Year
LOADING HEIGHT FT. (M)	15.3 (3.9) Starting 2010 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	17,037 (7,730) Starting 2008 Model Year
SAE HP (KW)	100 (75) Starting 2010 Model Year
SAE Net hp (kw)	98 (73) Starting 2008 Model Year
Weight lbs (kg)	17,683 (8,020) Starting 2010 Model Year

Backhoe

Bucket Dig Force	5,538.00 lbs (2,512.00 kg)
Bucket Dig Force - Extended	5,538.00 lbs (2,512.00 kg)
Dig Depth - Extended	20.10 ft (6.13 m)
Load Height - Extended	15.30 ft (4.66 m)
Reach at Load Height - Extended	10.20 ft (3.11 m)
Reach From Swivel	19.50 ft (5.94 m)
Reach From Swivel - Extended	23.00 ft (7.01 m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	1.10 ft (0.34 m)
Height to Top of Suspended Cab	9.50 ft (2.90 m)
Transport Length	24.60 ft (7.50 m)
Transport Width	7.80 ft (2.38 m)
Wheelbase	7.50 ft (2.29 m)

Engine

Aspiration	Turbo
Displacement	268.60 cu in (4,401.58 cu cm)
Engine Model	444
Gross Power	100.00 hp (74.57 kw)
Net Max Torque	307.60 lbs ft (417.04 nm)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2200 rpm
Torque Measured @	1300 rpm

Hydraulic System

Pump Flow Capacity	39.10 gpm (147.99 lpm)
Pump Type	dual gear pumps
Relief Valve Pressure	3300 psi

Loader

Bucket Capacity	1.40 cu yd (1.07 cu m)
Bucket Width	92.50 in (234.95 cm)
Clearance at Max Dump Height	9.00 ft (2.74 m)
Dig Depth	2.00 in (5.08 cm)
Reach at Max Dump Height	2.70 ft (0.82 m)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	95 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	6.10 gal (23.09 l)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	4.30 gal (16.28 l)
Fuel Capacity	42.30 gal (160.11 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	33.60 gal (127.18 l)
Max Weight	18,223.00 lbs (8,265.82 kg)
Oil System Fluid Capacity	4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operating Weight 2wd	17,037.00 lbs (7,727.86 kg)
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity	4.30 gal (16.28 l)
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd	14-17.5 fwd 12 PLY
Transmission Fluid Capacity	4.30 gal (16.28 l)
Turning Radius	13.80 ft (4.21 m)

Tires

Rear Tires Size

19.5L-24 R4 10 PLY

Transmission

Max Speed - Reverse	21.30 mph (34.28 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	JCB powershift

Travel Speed

4th Gear Fwd

22.50 mph (36.21 kph)

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