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What is an IPU engine?
IPU is an acronym for Industrial Power Unit. The IPU products include everything that the OEM base engine includes plus a fan, radiator cooling pack, air induction system and associated mounts and brackets.
Where do I find the engine serial number?
The JCB engine serial number is printed on the engine emissions labels, which are positioned at the top of the rocker cover, and on the hot side of the engine block.
Where are JCB engines manufactured?
JCB engines are built in the state-of-the-art JCB engine factory in Derbyshire, UK.
What is Autostop?
Autostop helps reduce fuel consumption by automatically shutting down the machine when not in use as well as preventing excessive idle times, which reduce machine clock hours. It is operator configurable using the easy to use intuitive interface, allowing working patterns to be taken into consideration.
What is a G-Drive engine?
A G-Drive engine is a generator specification engine with a similar assembly to an IPU engine. The G-Drive products include everything that the OEM Base engines include, plus a fan, radiator cooling pack, air induction system and associated mounts and brackets.
What is a base engine?
A JCB base engine will compromise of an engine with basic ancillaries such as alternator and belt drive, as well as engine aftertreatment (where applicable).
Can a JCB Fastrac go on the motorway?
Driving a JCB Fastrac on the motorway depends on the local legislation in your area, and the specification of your particular machine. For specific guidance on your model, contact your local JCB dealer - you can find them by using our Dealer Locator.
What shoes are appropriate?
In order to participate in the Factory Tour, it is essential all visitors wear closed toe shoes (i.e. no sandals or flip flops). Failure to do so will result in the individual being unable to participate in the factory tour. JCB will provide all other PPE on site (Hi Viz, glasses & ear protection).
Is there wheelchair access?
JCB is a wheelchair friendly site, however your Tour Guide is responsible for the welfare of the entire group and as such, we ask anybody in a wheelchair to organise their own assistance within the group, if they are unable to manoeuvre themselves.
What are the maximum numbers for a JCB Factory Tour?
Public Tours are booked via our eventbite page here and have a maximum capacity of 50.