FAQs

The 3CX Hydrogen is a standard spec of machine. View all specifications here.

The uses are much the same as a normal Backhoe. It’s a good solution for sites where there is pressure for lower or zero-carbon solutions.

JCB is the first to launch a hydrogen-powered Backhoe. The machines have conducted many hours of testing, and over 25,000km of on-road validation.

Where there is increasing pressure to deliver a lower or zero-carbon solution to work sites, having a hydrogen Backhoe can help a construction firm to win tenders. 

The hydrogen Backhoe has a rear excavator arm with a maximum dig depth of 6m and maximum reach of 7.9m. The rear excavator arm can slew 180 degrees for a wide working range.

The 3CX Hydrogen has the same core properties as the diesel range, and even shares componentry throughout – the difference in the fuel source.

Machines are available in partnership with JCB Finance, offering a three-year operating lease and full service contract.

A hydrogen Backhoe Loader has the same core properties as the diesel range, featuring a front Loader bucket and a rear Backhoe attachment. The difference is that this model is powered by hydrogen, a zero-carbon fuel.

A Backhoe’s excavator arm offers a 180 degree working range from the rear of the machine. An excavator can slew 360 degrees.

It is possible to use a planer on the dig end of JCB Pothole Pro, but it’s not as efficient as using the lower hitch planer. The high-performance 600mm planer fitted to this machine is easily adjustable and side shifts to plane against the roadside curb. And with hydraulic depth control incorporated into the planer too, the Pothole Pro from JCB improves accuracy and performance.