JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Specs

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

The JCB 3CX-15 is a backhoe loader designed for digging, loading, trenching, and general construction work. It combines a front loader bucket with a rear excavator arm, making it suitable for site preparation, utility installation, landscaping, and material handling. The 3CX-15 is part of JCB's backhoe loader range and is commonly used in municipal, agricultural, and contractor applications. Typical features include four-wheel drive, a hydrostatic or powershift transmission depending on configuration, and a cab designed for operator visibility and control. The model designation identifies a specific JCB 3CX variant within the company's backhoe loader lineup.

General Specifications

JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader General Specifications specifications
4th Gear Fwd	22.50 mph (36.21 kph) — Starting 2008 Model Year
BREAKOUT FORCE	14,498.00 lbs (6,576.19 kg) — Starting 2010 Model Year
DIGGING DEPTH	20.08 ft (6.12 m) — Starting 2010 Model Year
LIFT CAPACITY	10,255.00 lbs (4,651.60 kg) — Starting 2010 Model Year
Loading Height	15.30 ft (4.66 m) — Starting 2008 Model Year
Operating Weight	17,037.00 lbs (7,727.86 kg) — Starting 2008 Model Year
SAE	100.00 hp (74.57 kw) — Starting 2010 Model Year
SAE Net	98.00 hp (73.08 kw) — Starting 2008 Model Year
WEIGHT	17,683.00 lbs (8,020.88 kg) — Starting 2010 Model Year

Backhoe

JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Backhoe specifications
Bucket Dig Force - Ext	5,538.00 lbs (2,512.00 kg)
Bucket Dig Force - Std	5,538.00 lbs (2,512.00 kg)
Dig Depth - Ext	20.08 ft (6.12 m)
Dig Depth - Std	16.25 ft (4.95 m)
Load At Max Lift - Ext	2,800.00 lbs (1,270.06 kg)
Load At Max Lift - Std	4,860.00 lbs (2,204.46 kg)
Load Height - Ext	15.26 ft (4.65 m)
Load Height - Std	13.00 ft (3.96 m)
Reach At Load Height - Ext	10.18 ft (3.10 m)
Reach At Load Height - Std	6.50 ft (1.98 m)
Reach From Swivel - Ext	23.00 ft (7.01 m)
Reach From Swivel - Std	19.43 ft (5.92 m)

Dimensions

JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.09 ft (0.33 m)
Height To Top Of Suspended Cab	9.42 ft (2.87 m)
Transport Height	12.77 ft (3.89 m)
Transport Length	24.58 ft (7.49 m)
Transport Width	7.71 ft (2.35 m)
Wheelbase	7.42 ft (2.26 m)

Engine

JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbo
Displacement	268.60 cu in (4,401.58 cu cm)
Engine Make	2257
Engine Model	444
Gross Power	100.00 hp (74.57 kw)
Net Max Torque	307.60 lbs ft (417.04 nm)
Net Power	97.60 hp (72.78 kw)
Number Of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2200 rpm
Torque Measured @	1300 rpm

Hydraulic

JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Hydraulic specifications
Pump Flow Capacity	39.10 gpm (147.99 lpm)
Pump Type	dual gear pumps
Relief Valve Pressure	3300 psi

Loader

JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Breakout Force	12,638.00 lbs (5,732.51 kg)
Bucket Capacity	1.4 cu yd
Bucket Width	92.50 in (234.95 cm)
Clearance At Max Dump Height	8.99 ft (2.74 m)
Dig Depth	1.97 in (5.00 cm)
Lift Capacity At Full Height	9,231.00 lbs (4,187.12 kg)
Reach At Max Dump Height	2.66 ft (0.81 m)

Operational

JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Operational 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 V
Operating Weight 2wd	17,037.00 lbs (7,727.86 kg)
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity	4.30 gal (16.28 l)
Rear Tires Size 2wd/4wd	19.5L-24 R4 10 PLY
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)

Transmission

JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	21.30 mph (34.28 kph)
Max Speed Reverse	21.30 mph (34.28 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	JCB powershift

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