FAQs

The batteries cannot be easily stolen as they sit deep within the structure of the machine, it would take several hours to remove.

The JCB micro excavator powertrain batteries come with JCB’s standard 5-year warranty, which is the equivalent to 6,000 hours of power. Just like JCB equipment, these batteries are built to last.

The award-winning JCB 19C-1E mini excavator, launched in March 2018, is the first of the electric generation and the industry’s first fully electric mini excavator, with zero emissions at the point of use. With a combined tear out force of 27.1kN and a transport weight of just 1,872 kg, the 19C-1E offers powerful zero emission performance in a compact package.

The batteries on a 19C-1E can be charged with a 110V yellow industrial socket, with the option of a 230V industrial 3 pin blue socket; specified upon time of order.

This varies depending on the model of mini digger within JCB’s range, JCB’s smallest mini digger the JCB 8008 CTS micro excavator has a maximum dig depth of 1.69m, whereas the largest model, the JCB 100C-2 midi excavator has a maximum dig depth of 5.09m. Find the right machine for you by looking at our full range of mini excavators here – you can even filter by different specifications, such as maximum dig depth.

The 8008E JCB electric excavator comes with both 110V and 230V charging cables. To charge your machine you plug the cable into the rear of the machine via the rear service door – making charging simple. If you’d like to know more about how charging works, please refer to the operator’s manual.

The 8008E CTS electric excavator is quick and easy to start. For a complete step-by-step guide to startup, please refer to your quick start guide or the operator’s manual.

The diesel and electric compact excavator share the same structure, TOPS frame, dig end, hydraulics and controls, meaning they perform in exactly the same way. The only difference is that the power pack changes from a diesel to electric, which brings you a wealth of benefits onsite – from less vibration for increased durability to reduced noise levels for greater driver comfort. There’s a lot to love about JCB E-TECH.

The diesel and electric mini excavators share the same structure, canopy, dig end, hydraulics and controls and perform in exactly the same way. The only change is that the power pack changes from a diesel to electric.

The 19C-1E electric excavator operates using a 4 battery pack which, when fully charged, will complete a full day’s work. The machine’s battery will last for 5 hours of full-time operation, which equates to a full day on site when you account for downtime.  
The on board charger gives a 20-80% charge time of 10.5 hours from a 110V supply or 5 hours from a 240V supply. The fast charge option has a charging time from empty of 2.5 hours from a 415V supply.