SPECIFICATION

BACKHOE LOADER | 3CX/3CX PLUS/3CX PRO

Gross power: 55-69kW (76-92hp) Maximum dig depth: 5.65m Operating weight: 7660-8185kg
 3CX PLUS
The 3CX PLUS has a powerful
68.6kW Turbo engine with
high torque, providing high
performance loading on site
and on the road.

3CX PRO
3CX
The 3CX PRO is the ultimate
The 3CX features a high performing machine with
performing 55kW engine, new seat mounted excavator
providing high torque with controls for optimum ease
maximum efficiency. This makes of use and controllability.
it the ideal site machine.
EASY IN A HARD WORLD
In a world of tough working conditions where everything’s hard going, the JCB
3CX range makes things easy. That’s because it’s been tailored to your applications,
your business, your world. With a new cab, redesigned around the operator,
and a host of new features developed with productivity in mind. We designed
it to be easy to operate, easy to maintain and easy to save money. Quite simply,
the JCB 3CX has been designed to move more material for less cost.
Your world is hard enough. JCB just made it a whole lot easier.
EFFICIENCY MADE EASY PRODUCTIVITY MADE EASY
Variable displacement piston pump as standard New hammer and bi-directional auxiliary
maximises fuel efficiency whilst loading, roading circuits allow the 3CX to utilise a wider range
COMFORT MADE EASY or excavating. Auto-idle & auto-stop further of attachments, whilst an optional extending
A redesigned cab provides significantly more space, reduce fuel wastage. dipper increases the digging range.
whilst a new HVAC system with fully adjustable
vents creates a comfortable operating environment.

OPERATING MADE EASY SAFETY MADE EASY

Servo controls (3CX PRO) and single loader A host of new features including ROPS/FOPS
lever (3CX, 3CX PLUS) enhance ease of use. cab as standard, in cab boom lock and battery
Directional control switch enables changing isolator provide improved operator safety.
direction whilst operating the loader end.

3CX/3CX PLUS/3CX PRO BACKHOE LOADER

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STATIC DIMENSIONS

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3CX 3CX PLUS 3CX PRO

Model Sideshift Centremount Sideshift Centremount Sideshift Centremount
A Total travel length m 5.90 7.19 5.96 7.19 5.90 7.19
B Wheelbase m 2.25 2.35 2.25 2.35 2.25 2.35
C Slew centre to rear axle centre m 1.32 1.32 1.32 1.32 1.32 1.32
D Minimum ground clearance (stabiliser foot clearance) m 0.31 0.32 0.31 0.32 0.31 0.32
E Ground clearance – mainframe 0.50 0.46 0.50 0.46 0.50 0.46
F Slew ground clearance m 0.53 0.51 0.53 0.51 0.53 0.51
G Total travel clearance m 3.61 3.43 3.61 3.43 3.61 3.43
2.23 (6-in-1 shovel) 2.23 (6-in-1 shovel) 2.23 (6-in-1 shovel) 2.23 (6-in-1 shovel)
H Shovel width m 2.35 (GP shovel) 2.35 (GP shovel)
/ 2.35 (GP shovel) / 2.35 (GP shovel) / 2.35 (GP shovel) / 2.35 (GP shovel)
J Rear frame width m 2.24 2.24 2.24 2.24 2.24 2.24
K Cab roof height m 2.88 2.88 2.88 2.88 2.88 2.88
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EXCAVATOR/LOADER PERFORMANCE

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Model Sideshift Centremount Sideshift Centremount Extradig Sideshift Centremount Extradig
Dipper Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Retracted Extended Fixed Fixed Retracted Extended
Excavator performance
A Max dig depth m 4.29 4.29 4.29 4.29 4.45 5.65 4.29 4.29 4.45 5.65
B Reach-ground level to rear wheel centre m 6.67 6.67 6.67 6.67 6.96 8.16 6.67 6.67 6.96 8.16
C Reach-ground level to slew centre m 5.33 5.32 5.33 5.32 5.41 6.61 5.33 5.32 5.41 6.61
D Reach at full height to slew centre m 1.94 1.94 1.94 1.94 2.31 3.51 1.94 1.94 2.31 3.51
E Side reach to centre line of machine m 5.85 5.85 5.85 5.85 5.57 6.77 5.85 5.85 5.57 6.77
F Max. working height m 5.23 5.23 5.23 5.23 5.24 6.44 5.23 5.23 5.24 6.44
G Max. load over height m 3.57 3.57 3.57 3.57 3.10 4.3 3.57 3.57 3.10 4.3
J Bucket rotation – power degrees 203° 203° 203° 203° 203° 203° 203° 203° 203° 203°
Loader performance
M Dump height m 2.91 2.91 2.91
N Load over height m 3.35 3.35 3.35
O Pin height m 3.59 3.59 3.59
P Pin forward reach m 0.43 0.43 0.43
Q Reach at ground m 1.43 1.43 1.43
R Max. reach at full height m 1.25 1.25 1.25
S Reach at full height – bucket dumped m 0.89 0.89 0.89
T Below ground level dig depth m 0.06 0.06 0.06
U Rollback at ground degrees 45° 45° 45°
V Dump angle degrees 39° 39° 39°
Shovel breakout force kgf 6219 (GP shovel) 6010 (6-in-1 shovel)
Shovel capacity 1.0m³ (6-in-1 shovel) / 1.1m³ (GP shovel)
Lift capacity to full height kg 3495
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ENGINE
3CX 3CX PLUS 3CX PRO
Model JCB 448, 4 cylinder, water cooled, diesel, naturally aspirated JCB 444, Turbocharged, 4 cylinder, water cooled, diesel JCB 444, Turbocharged, 4 cylinder, water cooled, diesel
No. of cylinders 4 4 4
Displacement 4.8 litres 4.4 litres 4.4 litres
Gross power 56kW (76hp) @ 2200rpm 68.6 kW (92hp) @ 2200rpm 68.6 kW (92hp) @ 2200rpm
Max torque 305Nm @ 1100rpm 408Nm @ 1200rpm 408Nm @ 1200rpm
 uto stop as standard automatically shuts off the engine when idle after 6 minutes, saving on wear and tear and also reducing fuel usage.
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Auto idle reduces fuel consumption and unnecessary wear and tear by automatically reducing engine rpm to low idle after a preset time if no hydraulic services are active.
ECO/Power modes adjusts throttle speeds to reduce fuel consumption by up to 24%.

SERVICE CAPACITIES
3CX 3CX PLUS/3CX PRO 3CX/3CX PLUS/3CX PRO
Sideshift Sideshift Centremount
Cooling system ltr 20 20 20
Fuel tank ltr 130 130 130
Engine oil with filter ltr 15 20 20
Gearbox with filter ltr 20 20 20
Rear axle ltr 20 20 20
Front axle ltr 20 20 20
Hydraulic system incl. tank ltr 120 120 120

TRANSMISSION
3CX 3CX PLUS 3CX PRO
Manufacturer JCB JCB JCB
Type EasyShift EasyShift EasyShift
Gears forward/reverse 4 forward / 4 reverse 4 forward / 4 reverse 4 forward / 4 reverse
Shuttle control – F/R Power shuttle / FNR Power shuttle / FNR Power shuttle / FNR
Travel speeds* kph kph kph
Gear 1 5.7 5.7 5.7
Gear 2 11.7 11.7 11.7
Gear 3 22.0 22.0 22.0
Gear 4 37.0 40.0 40.0
• Torque convertor stall ratio is 2.52:1 (4WD).
• JCB EasyShift: Ease of operation for better productivity with effortless gear shift.
• Easy to use, low effort column mounted electric gear change.
• FNR switch on loader lever for easy direction change, without removing hand from loader lever.
• On-the-move gear changes are possible.
• Semi automatic kick down button on floor. While loading in second gear, operator can shift to first gear with push of a button, and automatically shift to second gear as soon as reverse gear is engaged.
• Gear indicator shown digitally on front display console.
*Speeds may vary dependant on tyre selection.
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TURNING CIRCLE STEERING Front wheel full power hydrostatic system utilising a dedicated circuit. In the event of engine failure,
emergency steering is maintained (all models).

Inner wheels braked BRAKES Service: Hydraulically actuated dual line, self adjusting, oil immersed, multi-disc type on the rear axle,
4WD well protected from dirt, water etc. requiring no maintenance.
A Outside loader bucket 4.89m Parking: Hand operated, disc brake on rear axle input disc.
B Outside wheels 3.60m Brake pedal: Two independently operable foot pedals enable machine to manoeuvre in tight spaces.
Pedals are linked together for normal use.
Inner wheels not braked
2WD / 4WD: Electrical selection between 2WD / 4WD allows on-the-move changes.
A Outside loader bucket 5.45m
B Outside wheels 4.16m CAB Fully adjustable seat and soft touch steering wheel. ‘Walk through’ two door access. Seat belt, large
convex rear view mirror, interior light front screen wiper, horn, hazard warning system, tool box.
Instrumentation panel includes engine speed, engine hours, speedometer, fuel level, water temperature
gauge and 12v connection. Audible and visual fault warning system for alternator charge, coolant
temperature, engine oil pressure, blocked air filter, transmission oil pressure and temperature, and hand
brake on. Air conditioning standard on 3CX PLUS and PRO. 2 x USB-A charging ports. Electronic
throttle. Bluetooth radio standard.

AXLES Rear: Drive axle rigidly mounted, incorporates JCB Max-Trac torque proportioning differential, driven by
short propshaft from gear box.
Front: 4WD, Steer axle, centrally pivoted with oscillation angle of 16°.

ELECTRICAL AND 12 volt negative ground, utilising wiring and connectors meeting IP69 water ingress test standard. Central
INSTRUMENTATION fuse panel.
LiveLink standard on all models. Guide me home lights switches on the external lights for 30 seconds to
assist operator to walk safely after parking machine.
Battery: 130 A/hr, 900 CCA. Alternator: 90 amp standard. Front working lights: 2 fixed.
Rear working lights: 2 fixed and 2 adjustable
1025 lumen LED worklights standard across all models. Auto stop. Auto idle.

TYRES (TUBED TYPE) 4WD

Front: 12.5x18-12 ply
Rear: 16.9x28-12 ply

OPERATING WEIGHT Sideshift models: 3CX: 7660kg PLUS/PRO: 7800kg

Centremount models: 3CX: 8045kg PLUS/PRO: 8185kg

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 3CX/3CX PLUS/3CX PRO

Pump Variable flow piston
Flow (lpm) 150
Pressure (Bar) 250
 ONE COMPANY, OVER 300 MACHINES.

BACKHOE LOADER 3CX/3CX PLUS/3CX PRO

Your nearest JCB dealer
Gross power: 55-69kW (76-92hp) Maximum dig depth: 5.65m Operating weight: 7660-8185kg

JCB Sales Limited, Rocester, Staffordshire, United Kingdom ST14 5JP.

Tel: +44 (0)1889 590312 Email: salesinfo@jcb.com
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