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 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
JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Backhoe specifications
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
JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Dimensions specifications
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
JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Engine specifications
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
JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Hydraulic System 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 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
JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Operating Specifications 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
JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Tires specifications
Rear Tires Size
19.5L-24 R4 10 PLY
Transmission
JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
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
JCB 3CX-15 Backhoe Loader Travel Speed specifications
4th Gear Fwd
22.50 mph (36.21 kph)
