ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT OUR ELECTRIC MACHINERY

At JCB, we’ve always been focused on innovation in our work. We’re proud to have a long history of being at the forefront of advancements in our industry – and that’s no different when it comes to introducing electric technology into our product range. 

In response to the demands of climate change, leaders, governments and businesses have come together in pursuit of a Net Zero future – and we recognise the role we have to play in developing products fit for cleaner construction.

According to the Technology Strategy Board,

"the construction industry alone is responsible for 45% of the UK’s Co2 emissions."

That’s why, back in 2019, we officially announced the expansion of the JCB E-TECH range as part of our Road to Zero action plan on sustainability. 

Electric machinery is key to the future of our industry, so as part of our plan, we aim to offer 100% electric, zero-emissions machines to meet a range of application needs. This began with the launch of the JCB 19C-1E E-TECH mini excavator, which won prestigious awards from the Royal Academy of Engineering, and the Royal Automobile Club for its contribution to pollution control. And since then, the only way has been up for our E-TECH range. 

Read on to discover the pioneering range of machines available now – and hear about our plans for growing this range of electric construction vehicles in the future. 

100% electric. Zero emissions. Meet the JCB electric range that's transforming expectations across the industry.

Mini Excavator 19C-1E
The award-winning 19C-1E is the industry’s first fully electric mini excavator, delivering the same power as the diesel model, only with zero emissions and low noise levels – making it ideal for indoor and urban settings. Once charged, you can work anywhere, anytime, with enough power to last a full day. 

In creating our E-TECH range, we wanted to remove as many barriers as possible when it comes to switching to electric construction machinery over each machine's diesel counterpart. That's why we made sure our electric charging solutions were simple to use and delivered enough power to keep you productive in any environment.

Your JCB E-TECH machine has a charging option to suit your application, including single-phase and three-phase charging solutions, and fast charge options to get you ready to work even faster.

HTD-5E Dumpster Charging Solutions
75min charge time with a standard 230v lead
2hrs 45min charge time with 110V lead 
The HTD-5E is not compatible with the universal fast charger 

1T-2E Site Dumper Charging Solutions
2 hour 30 minutes charge time (20-80%)

19C-1E Mini Excavator Charging Solutions
2 Hour 30 Minutes charge time

525-60E Telehandler Charging Solutions
1 hour 50 minutes charge time

Teletruk 30-19E & 35-22E Charging Solutions
8 hour recharge (20-100%)
Not compatible with universal fast charger

Universal Fast Charger
Charge machines within as little as 2.5 hours
Compatible with all JCB’s 100% electric, zero emissions E-TECH range except the HTD-5E dumpster and Teletruk models, eliminating the need for multiple charging solutions

See how rapid charging works in action: 

Just as electric vehicles on our roads are becoming commonplace, the use of electric machinery in green construction and agriculture is also on the rise.

Businesses have welcomed this new electric era,  thanks in most part to the wealth of individual and wider environmental benefits these machines offer over their diesel counterparts. As the pressure of rising energy costs hits businesses in every sector, electric vehicles provide a more cost-effective alternative, without compromising on performance. And when it comes to environmental factors, the zero emissions that these electric machines emit makes them a no-brainer in the quest to meet sustainability goals.

However, we recognise that while battery power is an ideal solution in compact and urban environment, it isn’t always a suitable solution in other spaces, especially when it comes to replacing some mid-range and larger machines that require a lot more energy to perform a full shift. That’s why, as part of our wider Road to Zero initiative, we’re also looking at introducing other diesel alternatives within our range of machinery. 

Building a hydrogen future

In early 2021, we revealed our hydrogen combustion engine – the first hydrogen motor in our industry. By using and adapting engine technology, hydrogen is combusted to deliver power in the same way as a diesel engine – only with zero CO2 at point of use. In February 2023, the UK government approved the use of our first digger powered by a hydrogen combustion engine on UK roads. Our backhoe loader is the first of its kind, and marks an exciting new chapter in the journey towards helping decarbonise the global construction industry. 

From cars to construction sites, industry has a vital role in decarbonising our economy and creating green jobs and prosperity. JCB’s investment in greener equipment is a great example of how industry can make this happen, using alternative fuels to generate sustainable economic growth.

Jesse Norman, UK Technology and Decarbonisation Minister

It’s clear that both electric and other diesel alternatives are here to stay, and we’re committed to building even more solutions to help deliver net zero targets more quickly. Bold thinking, hard work and innovation is what the JCB name is built upon – and these advancements epitomise everything we stand for.