FAQs

Earth drills are versatile tools, available in a range of sizes and styles tailored for the task at hand. By using a spiral-shaped earth auger drill bit, these tools are used to excavate holes in the ground to support building work. They are essential for the installation of fences, telegraph poles, signs, and planting trees.

Almost any off-highway application can be supported. Our sales and applications team are here to support the selection of the right engine for the right application.

A full charge takes approximately 8 hours.

The electric scissors are fitted with a GPD 750W/30A high frequency sealed charger.

The battery pack will last for the equivalent to a full day's work, subject to the type of application.

Yes, prolonged periods of low engine load can damage the engine and may cause glazing to the bores. For Tier 4 engines you could prematurely poison the SCR cannister and on Stage V engines you could significantly block the DPF. 

The engine life can be maximised by following the JCB maintenance schedule and servicing using genuine JCB parts and lubricants. Over time, JCB engines can also be overhauled and rebuilt to extend their working life.

JCB engines are available in many different power ratings and emissions levels, from 55kW to 212kW (74-284hp). Emissions levels range from UNII through to EU Stage V with Tier 4 certification for the US.

The engine rating is the maximum mechanical power output of the engine. There is no limit to how long JCB engines can operate at full rated power for, however the recommended duty cycle is an average of 75% of rated power.

Yes, JCB engines have been designed with high levels of commonality across all engine platforms (with exception of our smallest engine, the JCB 430).