Blogs
Tracked vs Wheeled Excavators
Discover the difference between tracked & wheeled excavators and find the right machine for your site.
Discover the difference between tracked & wheeled excavators and find the right machine for your site.
Engineering the future: JCB’s history of innovation
From our first Backhoe Loader to our upcoming record attempt in hydrogen, take a look back through JCB innovations over the years.
From our first Backhoe Loader to our upcoming record attempt in hydrogen, take a look back through JCB innovations over the years.
A relationship set in concrete
For Base Concrete, getting materials loaded quickly and efficiently is critical to keeping its operation running smoothly. That is why the South-East-based ready-mix specialist has invested in a second JCB TM420 - a machine that is already proving its value in a demanding, compact working environment.
For Base Concrete, getting materials loaded quickly and efficiently is critical to keeping its operation running smoothly. That is why the South-East-based ready-mix specialist has invested in a second JCB TM420 - a machine that is already proving its value in a demanding, compact working environment.
The evolution of JCB Dieselmax to JCB Hydromax
This summer, we’re taking on a landmark record attempt: a new world hydrogen land speed record, powered by the JCB Hydromax car. But this new attempt hasn’t happened overnight. In fact, it’s the latest in our long history of innovations, and we’re taking a look back through them now.
This summer, we’re taking on a landmark record attempt: a new world hydrogen land speed record, powered by the JCB Hydromax car. But this new attempt hasn’t happened overnight. In fact, it’s the latest in our long history of innovations, and we’re taking a look back through them now.
What is an excavator bucket and how do I choose the right one?
Discover excavator bucket types, what they’re used for and how they can improve productivity on your site.
Discover excavator bucket types, what they’re used for and how they can improve productivity on your site.
JCB Operator Challenge: Heat 7
The final regional heat of the JCB Operator Challenge 2026 took place with ECI JCB and Watling JCB in Staffordshire over the weekend, where contestants competed for their final chance of success before the final on July 14th.
The final regional heat of the JCB Operator Challenge 2026 took place with ECI JCB and Watling JCB in Staffordshire over the weekend, where contestants competed for their final chance of success before the final on July 14th.
A flexible new route
For many growing construction businesses, investing in new machinery is a balancing act. Modern equipment can improve productivity and efficiency on site, but managing cashflow remains equally important.
For many growing construction businesses, investing in new machinery is a balancing act. Modern equipment can improve productivity and efficiency on site, but managing cashflow remains equally important.
All in with JCB
From groundworks to final finishes, Roadhouse is building 181 homes using a fully JCB fleet. On a busy housing development, it is not unusual to see a mix of machines from different manufacturers working side by side. At Manor Farm in Rochester, however, things look a little different.
From groundworks to final finishes, Roadhouse is building 181 homes using a fully JCB fleet. On a busy housing development, it is not unusual to see a mix of machines from different manufacturers working side by side. At Manor Farm in Rochester, however, things look a little different.
Excavators – How to choose the right machine for your job
We take you through the different types of excavators and their typical uses, helping you decide which one is right for you. Find out more now
We take you through the different types of excavators and their typical uses, helping you decide which one is right for you. Find out more now
What is a 360 Excavator?
Learn what a 360 excavator is best for and get help choosing the right one for you today.
Learn what a 360 excavator is best for and get help choosing the right one for you today.