3CX & 4CX
Wherever your site and whatever the task, make your job easier with this high-performance JCB backhoe loader - a real all-rounder of a machine.
JCB 3CX & 4CX Backhoe Loaders
The New 3CX & 4CX
Faster speeds, greater performance and next-level comfort.
Unleash the power of the all-new Backhoe Loader from JCB: built to deliver for construction, municipalities, agriculture and more. The JCB 3CX and JCB 4CX have been transformed with upgrades including a new gearbox, an outerbox extending dipper stick, increased automation and the Command-Plus cab. It’s all to give you faster travel speeds, leading productivity and ultimate in operator comfort, so your Backhoe works as hard as you do.
As the world’s #1 Backhoe Loader manufacturer, you can rely on JCB for quality, performance and the support of a global service network.
Introducing JCB DUALDRIVE
At JCB, we always strive to do better than before. That’s why the JCB Backhoe Loader 3CX PRO now features an innovative DUALDRIVE solution for easier operation, more comfort and more productivity.
- DUALDRIVE foot throttle and brake pedal located at rear of machine allow easy machine repositioning when trenching, ditching, grading, breaking and patch planning.
- Excellent visibility delivered by a forward-facing wide-angle camera and 7-inch colour display positioned at the rear of the machine.
- Seamless machine repositioning with an FNR (Forward, Neutral, Reverse) switch under the right joystick and a proportional steering roller on the left joystick.
- Fantastic maneuverability delivered through steering modes: all wheel steer, crab steer and two wheel steer.
Dig deeper, move more and get every job done with the outerbox extending dipper stick – a new configuration on the JCB Backhoe Loader.
- Our center mount variant features the new outerbox material handling dipper stick with the best thumb solution, providing improved grabbing power with better distribution of weight.
- Our sideshift variant features the innerbox excavating dipper stick, providing maximum reach and digging power.
- Best-in-class dig depth of up to 20ft.
- Industry leading loader lift capacity of 10,000 lbs, meaning you can take your loading game to the next level.
- Rear and front-mounted LED worklights for greater visibility when working at night.
We’ve created the fastest Backhoe Loader on the market to keep up with the demands of your sector. In construction, it means you can cover more ground on bigger sites. For municipalities, it’s the ability to road the machine – without the need to organize transportation.
- 6-speed autoshift with TorqueLock across all models for enhanced roading performance.
- 25% reduction in travel times and 10% reduction in fuel consumption.
- Class-leading engine torque allows you to easily doze through the toughest materials.
- New 20-inch tires for better roading and loading performance.
Now featuring the Command Plus Cab, bringing new levels of operator comfort and ease of use. The intuitive user enviroment makes it easier and faster to move, position and configure, while the unobstructed view enhances safety, visibility and maintenance.
- New Foward-Neutral-Reverse (FNR) switch on lever allows for faster changes in machine directions and cycle times.
- Single lever loader controls simplify operation of the 6-in-1 shovel.
- Auto smooth ride system to reduce material loss and increase operator comfort.
- New Return-to-Grade feature positions the shovel at the optimum angle to make grading easy.
- New easy-to-read front screen with clearer speedometer display, and a new 7-inch display provides information on machine health, alerts and service schedules.
This isn’t just a Backhoe Loader – it’s a trench excavator, loader, bulk material mover and much more. Versatility at this level means fewer machines for lower upfront costs, enhanced safety onsite and maximum utilization.
- Rapid transition from digging to loading for ultimate efficiency.
- Multiple shovels and attachment options functions to maximize loader end versatility.
- A variety of front-end attachments available and tool carrier set up as standard.
- Q-Fit quick coupler allows for quick-swap of loader end attachments.
JCB machines are built with signature reliability, but if you do need a repair, you have easy access to registered technicians and authentic JCB Backhoe Loader parts. Plus, there’s a host of features designed to make maintenance simple to extend the lifespan of your machine.
- Single piece hood for easy access to the engine compartment.
- Ground-level accessibility on fluid fill points for easier daily checks.
- All major components are manufactured by JCB, so our Backhoe Loaders have many parts in common with telehandlers and other JCB machines.
- Rest assured, when you buy with JCB, you get our world-class support, 24/7, 365 days a year, as standard. With nationwide access to service representatives, parts and supplies.
- Integrated components such as the engine and gearbox built in tandem with the chassis, resulting in better ground clearance and loader end visibility.
Choose even more ease of use
So much comes as standard on the JCB 3CX PRO and PLUS - but there's even more you can do to make every job on-site even easier. Choose to upgrade with these advanced optional features:
- Integrated quickhitch forks offer 4400 lbs lifting capacity.
- Wide 1360mm fork carriage provides excellent stability.
- Travel around with forks always on board.
- Roof mounted and quickhitch cameras enhance visibility of the integrated quickhitch forks - easier loading with everything in full view - forks and loads.
- A built-in laser grading mount allows for simple integration of a 2D laser system.
- Hand-held hydraulic tool circuit - ideal for hand held breakers and hydraulic tool.
- Powerslide to hydraulically position the kingpost across the rear frame - saves time, effort and makes repositioning in confined areas simple.
Do More For Less
Increasing productivity and cutting costs is important on all groundwork sites, as is reducing your machine transport costs.
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