JCB JS260LC Excavator Specs

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: JCB ➔
Model: JS260LC ➔

The JCB JS260LC Excavator is a powerful and versatile machine designed for a wide range of digging and loading tasks. With impressive specifications such as a maximum digging depth of 23.8 ft, a bucket capacity of 1.1 - 2 cu yd, and a net power of 187.8 hp, this excavator is built for efficiency and productivity. From its turbocharged engine to its hydraulic system with a flow capacity of 114.2 gpm, the JCB JS260LC is a reliable and robust choice for any construction or excavation project.

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

JCB JS260LC Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1 specifications
Bucket rotation	180 degrees
Max Cutting Height	29.10 ft (8.87 m)
Max Digging Depth	18.80 ft (5.73 m)
Max Digging Height	29.10 ft (8.87 m)
Max Digging Reach	30.20 ft (9.20 m)
Max Loading Height	20.20 ft (6.16 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	29.50 ft (8.99 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	14.80 ft (4.51 m)
Max.Dumping Height	20.20 ft (6.16 m)
Maximum vertical wallcut depth	14.80 ft (4.51 m)
Minimum swing radius	158.30 in (402.08 cm)
Shipping Height of Unit	10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	33.10 ft (10.09 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

JCB JS260LC Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2 specifications
Bucket rotation	180 degrees
Max Cutting Height	30.30 ft (9.24 m)
Max Digging Depth	20.20 ft (6.16 m)
Max Digging Reach	31.70 ft (9.66 m)
Max Loading Height	21.30 ft (6.49 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	31.10 ft (9.48 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	17.60 ft (5.36 m)
Max.Dumping Height	21.30 ft (6.49 m)
Minimum swing radius	157.10 in (399.03 cm)
Shipping Height of Unit	10.60 ft (3.23 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	33.10 ft (10.09 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

JCB JS260LC Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3 specifications
Bucket rotation	180 degrees
Max Cutting Height	31.60 ft (9.63 m)
Max Digging Depth	22.30 ft (6.80 m)
Max Loading Height	22.50 ft (6.86 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	32.90 ft (10.03 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	20.40 ft (6.22 m)
Max.Dumping Height	22.50 ft (6.86 m)
Minimum swing radius	152.40 in (387.10 cm)
Shipping Length of Unit	32.70 ft (9.97 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4

JCB JS260LC Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4 specifications
Bucket rotation	180
Max Cutting Height	32.40 ft (9.88 m)
Max Digging Depth	23.80 ft (7.25 m)
Max Digging Reach	35.10 ft (10.70 m)
Max Loading Height	23.20 ft (7.07 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	34.60 ft (10.55 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	21.90 ft (6.68 m)
Max.Dumping Height	23.20 ft (7.07 m)
Minimum swing radius	152.80 in (388.11 cm)
Shipping Length of Unit	32.90 ft (10.03 m)

Bucket

JCB JS260LC Excavator Bucket specifications
Maximum Bucket Capacity	2.00 cu yd (1.53 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	1.10 cu yd (0.84 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	1.50 cu yd (1.15 cu m)

Dimensions

JCB JS260LC Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.60 ft (0.49 m)
Height - Top of Cab	9.80 ft (2.99 m)
Length of Track on Ground	12.60 ft (3.84 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	3.70 ft (1.13 m)
Tail Swing Radius	9.90 ft (3.02 m)
Track Gauge	8.50 ft (2.59 m)
Undercarriage Overall Length	15.30 ft (4.66 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	10.50 ft (3.20 m)

Engine

JCB JS260LC Excavator Engine specifications
Alternator	50 amps
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Battery	2 x 12 V
Cooling system	Water cooled via large capacity radiator
Displacement	316.90 cu in (5,193.07 cu cm)
Engine Make	Isuzu
Engine Model	Isuzu 4HK1X European Tier 4i emissions compliant
Engine Type	Water cooled 4-stroke 4-cylinder in-line direct injection turbocharged diesel.
Max Digging Reach	33.70 ft (10.27 m)
Net Power	187.80 hp (140.04 kw)
Power Measured @	2000 rpm

Hydraulic System

JCB JS260LC Excavator Hydraulic System specifications
Main pump type	2 variable displacement axial piston type

Operating Specifications

JCB JS260LC Excavator Operating Specifications specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	7.10 gal (26.87 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	6.90 gal (26.12 l)
Fuel Capacity	90.70 gal (343.30 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	114.20 gpm (432.25 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	63.70 gal (241.10 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4975 psi
Operating Weight	56,978.50 lbs (25,845.04 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	1.60 gal (6.06 l)

Swing Mechanism

JCB JS260LC Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed	10.6 rpm

Undercarriage

JCB JS260LC Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Max Travel Speed	3.50 mph (5.63 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side	2
Number of Lower Rollers	9
Number of Track Rollers per Side	9
Number of Upper Rollers	2
Shoe Size	27.60 in (70.10 cm)
Track Gauge	8.50 ft (2.59 m)

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