FAQs

The latest JCB 220X price can be found through the Machine Store - just click here to check availability and get a quote. You'll be investing in a machine with the X factor - extreme strength, exceptional comfort, excellent control and the experience of greater performance. 

The difference between wheeled excavators vs. tracked is clear to see (vehicle-style wheels vs. hardwearing tracks) - but how do they differ in performance?

Traditionally, excavators have always been on tracks to lower the centre of gravity and make them ideal for use on more unstable ground. However, wheeled excavators are becoming increasingly popular thanks to their enhanced manoeuvrability, speed and reduced impact on the ground.

The main factors in choosing wheeled excavators vs. tracked are the size of the site, the type of work you're doing on the terrain. If ground needs to be protected - like on a city street - or you need to get between jobs on site quickly - JCB's wheeled excavators suit this scenario. Or if you're working in tough conditions on a rough digging job, JCB's tracked machines range in 11 to 37 tonnes and fit these types of applications.

The latest JCB 140X price can be found through the Machine Store - just click here to check availability and get a quote. The expert engineering teams behind this class-leading model have worked to perfect every minute detail - completing 30,000 window and door operation tests, 110,000 hours of engine testing and a host of other extreme assessments. So when you choose the JCB 140X, you can be sure it's an investment that you can rely on.

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No, you are only permitted to tow if you are going to a site to complete tasks related to 'construction, maintenance or repair of public highways', or returning to depot to collect or deposit materials from such job. 

Additionally, engineering plant is permitted to tow a living van used in connection with the construction, maintenance or repair of roads or another piece of engineering plant. For further information relating to this additional permitted use, see Road Vehicles (Authorisation of Special Types) General Order 2003, Schedule 3 Engineering Plant, Part 3 Conditions of Use, Clause 14.

Trailers should be fitted with appropriate lights as is required by The Road Vehicles Lighting Regulations 1989, Schedule 1, Obligatory Lamps, Reflectors, Rear Markings and Devices, Table VI Trailer Drawn by a Motor Vehicle. 

The 8m limit is the length of the vehicle only and does not include the trailer.

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To help avoid road users unintentionally trying to overtake the towed vehicle not realising it is being towed, it may be worth considering marking the machine and trailer. This could include slow vehicle stickers and/or vehicle towing signage. If the vehicle and trailer combination is over 16.5 metres operators should use the 'Convoi Exceptionnel' sign.

To find out more about the updates to the trailer towing legislation in the UK, click here.

There is no gross weight specified, limits will be based on your license categories and the amount you are permitted to tow.

The minimum requirement for driving engineering plant on the road is a cat B full driving license.

Towing entitlement is based on when you obtained your license or additional tests taken.

For more information on the changes to the trailer towing legislation, please click here.

Operators planning to use a VSO to tow trailers should contact their insurers and advise they are doing so. JCB cannot comment on what the insurers may or may not do regarding insurance premiums. 

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