FAQs

EU Stage V is the latest stage of engine emissions legislation designed to reduce pollution from off-highways machines, affecting European territories only. In order to meet these guidelines, Autostop and DPF has been introduced across all applicable models.

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.

JCB engines are built in the state-of-the-art JCB engine factory in Derbyshire, UK.

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.

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.

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).

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.

The duration of JCB's Factory Tour is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes and covers nearly 3 miles therefore individuals with walking difficulties may find the tour unsuitable.

All visitors must be 15 years old or over.

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.