JCB 3CX Compact Backhoe Loader Backhoe Loader Specs

Category: Backhoe Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: JCB ➔
Model: 3CX Compact Backhoe Loader ➔

The JCB 3CX Compact Backhoe Loader is a compact backhoe loader designed for construction, utility, landscaping, and municipal work in confined spaces. It combines a front loader bucket with a rear excavator arm, providing digging, loading, trenching, and material handling capability in one machine. The 3CX Compact is built for maneuverability, reduced site footprint, and efficient operation where full-size backhoe loaders may be too large. It is commonly used on urban job sites, road maintenance projects, and utility installations. As part of the backhoe loader category, it offers versatile performance for mixed-duty applications requiring excavation and loading functions.

General Specifications

JCB 3CX Compact Backhoe Loader Backhoe Loader General Specifications specifications
Backhoe Loading Height	12-4 - Starting 2024
Loader Breakout Force	8,285.00 lbs (3,758.02 kg) - Starting 2019
Loader Lift Capacity	3,402.00 lbs (1,543.12 kg) - Starting 2024
Loader SAE	74.00 hp (55.18 kw) - Starting 2019
Max Digging Depth	14-2 - Starting 2019
Operating Weight	13,834.00 lbs (6,275.00 kg) - Starting 2024
Travel Speed 4th Gear Fwd	24.90 mph (40.07 kph) - Starting 2019

Dimensions

JCB 3CX Compact Backhoe Loader Backhoe Loader Dimensions specifications
Travel Clearance	120.87 in (307.01 cm)
Width	76.78 in (195.02 cm)

Engine

JCB 3CX Compact Backhoe Loader Backhoe Loader Engine specifications
Emissions Certification	Tier IV
Gross Power	74.00 hp (55.18 kw)
Net Power	536.50 hp (400.07 kw)
Rated Engine Speed	1200 rpm

Loader

JCB 3CX Compact Backhoe Loader Backhoe Loader Loader specifications
Dig Depth	0.18 in (0.46 cm)
Load Over Height	9.78 ft (2.98 m)
Reach At Max Dump Height	17.13 ft (5.22 m)

Operational

JCB 3CX Compact Backhoe Loader Backhoe Loader Operational specifications
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	26.50 gal (100.30 l)
Operating Weight	13,382.10 lbs (6,070.03 kg)

Transmission

JCB 3CX Compact Backhoe Loader Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed	4.70 mph (7.56 kph)

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