FAQs

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.

Even after 2000 full charges and discharge cycles (expected to be over 10 years) the batteries still have over 85% of their capacity left.

This again is very dependent on the model. For instance, JCB's smallest micro digger, the JCB 8008 CTS, is a powerful machine, despite its small stature, and has a bucket tearout force of 9.3kN. Additionally, the JCB 16C-1 and 18Z-1 mini excavators are also perfect machines for light excavation and material handling.

Part of JCB’s 3.5 tonne range, JCB’s 36C-1 has a maximum lift capacity of 2063 kg at ground level. 

With a conventional tailswing for greater stability, it has an operating weight of 3,759 kg, a maximum dig depth of 3.48 m, maximum dump height of 3.53 m, and an 18.4 kW engine power. 
For context, this makes it ideal for construction projects, ground working, and garden landscaping.

If the machine is left on, but not working, the battery will run down at a very low rate to conserve power and last 120 hours before recharging.

The size and usability of a mini digger means they are the perfect machine for all sorts of jobs.

The smaller mini excavators in JCB’s range, like the JCB 8008 CTS micro excavator, is small enough to fit through doorways, making it a perfect machine for long-term building projects. Whereas some of the larger mini diggers in JCB’s range, like the JCB 100C-2 midi excavator, are heavy duty, reliable machines capable of moving large amounts of materials with ease.

Owning your own mini digger has many benefits when compared to hiring a mini digger. Find the right machine for you by looking at our full range of mini diggers here - you can even filter by different specifications, such as maximum dig depth, operating weight and tailswing.

Livelink Lite is available from factory as an option for the 8008E CTS electric excavator. Livelink can also be purchased from JCB Service and retrofitted to the machine. JCB LiveLink is designed to maximise uptime, reduce delays and increase revenue by bringing you clearer data, with clear actions for your equipment.

The 8008E CTS JCB electric excavator is completely standalone and free of tethers. This is designed to improve safety onsite and eliminate the risk of any trip hazards for your team.