BACKHOE LOADER | 3CX SPECIAL EDITION STAGE V

Gross power: 55kW (74hp) Stage V Maximum dig depth: 5.46m Weight: 8135kg
THE ICON THAT REVOLUTIONISED THE WORLD.
In 1953, JCB introduced one of the most pioneering machines to ever
enter the market. The MK 1 excavator had a loader mounted on the
front and a hydraulic excavator fitted to the rear. It was the world’s
first backhoe loader; one machine that could perform a variety of jobs.

Today, 1 out of every 2 backhoes sold across the globe is a JCB.

Over the decades, the world’s most iconic machine has constantly
evolved to meet our customers changing demands. This has involved
using the most modern available technology to produce world-firsts
such as 4WD, a sideshift chassis, lock-up torque converter, powershift
transmission, extending dipper, servo controls and many more.

THE 50’s. REVOLUTIONARY PRODUCTIVITY. THE 60’s. MORE COMPACT. THE 70’s. GREATER VERSATILITY.

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INTRODUCING THE SPECIAL EDITION 3CX BACKHOE.
To celebrate the production of our 750,000th backhoe loader,
we’ve built an all-new Special Edition 3CX. This machine still
carries the same values of backhoes from the past, with the
ability to excavate and load with one machine and remains
the most versatile in the world today.

With lots of new and innovative features, it sets new industry

standards for ease of use, comfort and efficiency, making it the
first choice for existing customers as well as the next generation
of operators.

With a striking new design and a whole host of new features,

the world’s best-selling backhoe just got even better.

THE 20’s. EASE OF USE.

THE 80’s. MORE POWER. THE 90’s. IMPROVED COMFORT. THE 00’s. GREATER PRODUCTIVITY. THE 10’s. INCREASED EFFICIENCIES.

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 The extending dipper design provides
up to 1.2m of infinite variable reach

SPECIAL EXCAVATOR PERFORMANCE. and dig depth and can be packaged

into a compact size when moving.

THE JCB 3CX BACKHOE LOADER HAS A HIGH PERFORMING Auto Stabiliser with Auto Level now
allow the operator to deploy stabilisers
EXCAVATOR WITH EXCELLENT REACH UP TO 6.4M AND automatically and either deploy only or
deploy and level the machine.
DIGGING DEPTH TO 5.4M. WITH A DIGGING CAPABILITY OF
UP TO 50M³/HR AND SIDESHIFT RUNNING THE FULL WIDTH
OF THE MACHINE, YOU CAN ACHIEVE 15% MORE GROUND
COVERAGE WITH THE ABILITY TO OFFSET THE EXCAVATOR
TO DIG PARALLEL TO BUILDINGS.

Maximum productivity.
1 Lifting kits enable the machine to carry out lifting
operations. Hose burst check valves and an audible
warning alarm maximise site safety.

2 A large choice of attachments including buckets

up to 950mm.

Dipper mounted high performance hydraulic breaker

for trenching in rocky ground and rock breaking. 2 1

The JCB Jaw bucket offers two-in-one versatility – a

digging bucket plus a jaw for grabbing awkward loads.

3 201º bucket rotation gives outstanding spoil

retention at full height.

4 Optional Powerslide hydraulically repositions the

excavator across the rear frame for fast and easy
working, especially in tight spaces.

5 Our latest quickhitch makes attachment changing

quick and safe. 3 4 5

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SPECIAL LOADER PERFORMANCE.

THE NEW 3.0 LITRE 55KW ENGINE PROVIDES A MIGHTY 440NM

OF TORQUE, 10% MORE THAN THE PREVIOUS T4F VERSION.
WITH 4WD, THIS DELIVERS GREATER LOADING AND ROADING
PERFORMANCE PLUS MORE PUSHING POWER. THE HIGH
CAPACITY SHOVEL AND LOADER ALSO PROVIDE AN OUTPUT
OF OVER 200 TONNES PER HOUR AND EXCELLENT TEAR OUT
AND LIFT CAPACITY OF OVER 3 TONNES.
Tractive effort in the pile is maximised
with the variable flow hydraulics and
JCB’s Stage V Dieselmax engine.

Maximum performance.
1 Heavy-duty loader arms are shaped to enhance

side truck loading. 1

2 4 ram self-levelling loader arms automatically

adjust for parallel lift to maximise load retention.

3 Auto SmoothRide System (SRS) engages at a

pre-set speed, improving load retention and

productivity when travelling on the road.

4 A 6-in-1 shovel enables the machine to dig, load,

doze, grab, grade, and backfill without switching
attachments. A 6-in-1 shovel with fold over forks for
pallet handling or optional integral loader quickhitch,
increase visibility and payload up to 2000kg. 2 3 4

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SPECIAL COMFORT.

THE NEW JCB COMMANDPLUS CAB ON THE SPECIAL 3

1
EDITION 3CX OFFERS UNBEATABLE COMFORT, SPACE
AND LOW NOISE LEVELS, WHILE A WEALTH OF ADVANCED
FEATURES AND TECHNOLOGY MAKE IT THE EASIEST TO
OPERATE. A NEW COLOUR DISPLAY SCREEN PROVIDES
ALL THE INFORMATION YOU NEED.

Easy to operate.
1 The new cab interior features a 7" LCD display

screen which along with the new front display makes Improved seat cushioning
monitoring information quick and easy. increases the comfort levels
for the operator.

2 The Auto Drive lever has been repositioned

under the forward/reverse column for ease of use. 1

3 Improved operation and position of the HVAC

controls now make it even easier to select the
desired cab temperature.

4 Auto Seat Select recognises which way the

operator is facing in the machine so the servo

controls are ready to operate.

5 Factory fit Bluetooth radio allows the operator

to connect their personal phone, giving hands-free
operation. Also lockable roof storage allows
valuables to be safely stored. 2 4 5

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SPECIAL SAFETY FEATURES.

THE SPECIAL EDITION MACHINE IS PACKED FULL OF

ENHANCED SAFETY FEATURES. NEW INTERIOR LIGHTS
ILLUMINATE BOTH SIDES OF THE CAB AND THE STEP AREA,
WHILE LARGE ANTI-SLIP STEPS AND NEW YELLOW GRAB
HANDLES PROVIDE 3 POINTS OF CONTACT FOR SAFER
ENTERING AND EXITING. A NARROW BOOM AND DIPPER
PROVIDE BEST-IN-CLASS VISIBILITY OUT OF THE CAB, WHILE
NEW LARGE EXTERIOR MIRRORS AND TEN OPTIONAL LED
WORKLIGHTS PROVIDE GREATER ALL-ROUND VISIBILITY.

Safety first.
1 Optional 4 front and 6 rear LED worklights

provide maximum front and rear visibility, particularly

important when working in roadways and with 1
overnight work.

2 New interior lights illuminate both sides of the

cab, the Anti-slip steps and new yellow grab handles

provide safer entering and exiting.

3 Roof mounted corner beacons are standard and

provide clear warning from all sides of the machine

and remove the need to climb to mount the beacon
on the cab roof.

4 Large exterior mirrors provide greater all-round

visibility for the operator. 2 3 4

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SPECIAL SERVICEABILITY.
1
WITH AUTOMATED DAILY CHECKS OF ALL FLUID LEVELS AND
AIR FILTER ON START-UP, THE NEW 3CX GIVES YOU AUTOMATIC
PEACE OF MIND. WITH A WIDE OPENING ONE-PIECE BONNET,
500-HOUR FUEL FILTER CHANGE AND AUTOMATIC DPF
REGENERATION, SERVICING HAS BEEN MADE EASY AND LESS
FREQUENT FOR REDUCED COST.

Servicing made easy.

1 Wide opening, one-piece bonnet for easy access

to complete engine bay. 2

2 A large lockable external tool box provides safe

storage for tools such as grease gun.

3 Automated daily checks ensure machine checks

of all fluid levels on start-up.

4 Refuelling can be done at ground level to save

lifting drums and avoid spillage.

5 The new 7" display provides the operator with

all the information on machine health and alerts like

regen/service schedules. 3 4 5

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 Auto Drive allows the operator to
lock the rpm when roading, to

SPECIAL EFFICIENCY. maintain the road speed without

the need to press the throttle pedal.

THE SPECIAL EDITION 3CX

BACKHOE LOADER HAS THE
NEW JCB STAGE V ENGINE
WITH REDUCED COST OF
OWNERSHIP, DELIVERING
A COMBINED DUTY CYCLE
EFFICIENCY OF 7% COMPARED
WITH THE PREVIOUS STAGE IV
VERSION. IT ALSO DOESN’T
NEED DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID
(DEF) OR ANY OTHER EXHAUST
ADDITIVE FOR REDUCED
MAINTENANCE. Automatic Regeneration allows the
DPF to perform a regen without
affecting the machine operation.

Reduced costs.
1 JCB’s Stage V engine lowers fuel consumption,

delivering 7% more fuel efficiency and increased

torque.

2 Auto 2WD engages at a pre-set speed reducing

fuel usage and unnecessary tyre wear.

3 Auto Stop automatically shuts off the engine when

at idle after a set time period, saving on wear and tear

and also reducing fuel usage. 1 2 3

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 FLEET
The Operator app

LIVELINK TELEMATICS. COMPLETE CONTROL FOR YOUR FLEET. THEY SPOT IT, YOU KNOW IT.
LiveLink telematics helps you monitor and manage your LiveLink Fleet enables you to track every aspect of your The JCB Operator app gives you faster, clearer and more
machine fleet remotely anywhere in the world by radically equipment to maximise efficiency and machine uptime. accurate information about your fleet, direct from the
improving the efficiency, productivity, safety and security people using your equipment each day.
of all your JCB and non JCB machine fleet. GUESS LESS, KNOW MORE: Equipment issues and service
reminders are logged as soon as they occur, helping you to STAY IN TOUCH: Get regular checks on your machine with
MACHINE EFFICIENCY: Keep track of your machine’s daily react quickly. visibility in the LiveLink Fleet portal.
activity with regular performance reports which provide
information about idle time, location, machine health, error codes YOUR EYES ON THE GROUND: Integrate LiveLink Fleet with TAILOR YOUR CHECKS: Customise your checklists to suit any
for diagnostics, engine utilisation by power band, safety alerts, the JCB Operator mobile app and data from your operators’ application, customer or site.
and fuel consumption. JCB LiveLink ensures machines are kept daily equipment checks feed instantly into your dashboard.
UPLOAD TO KEEP UPDATED: Upload useful information with
running for maximum uptime and return on investment.
TOTAL PEACE OF MIND: Operator safety alerts help to ensure photos and comments.
MACHINE RELIABILITY: Accurate hours and service alerts machines are being used efficiently and safely.
improve maintenance planning to optimise machine productivity. FULLY COMPATIBLE: The JCB Operator app works with non
SMARTER TOOLS. SMARTER DECISIONS: From hours worked telemetry related machines and assets.
MACHINE SECURITY: LiveLink’s real time geo-fencing alerts to fuel wastage, access custom analytics on your fleet to make
tell you when machines move out of predetermined zones. ACCESS ALL INFORMATION: Get access to documentation
smarter decisions, quicker.
Curfew alerts inform you of unauthorised usage. such as quick start guides.
EFFORTLESS MEETS PAPERLESS: Access certificates, warranty
Track the location of any asset via Bluetooth information, quick start machine guides and manuals.
connection.
A S S E T TA G

An after market telematics solution which can

be retrofitted to any machine.
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*The individual features of LiveLink Telematics, LiveLink Fleet and Operator App vary per
region, engine and machine type.

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VALUE ADDED.

JCB’S WORLDWIDE CUSTOMER SUPPORT IS FIRST CLASS.

WHATEVER YOU NEED AND WHEREVER YOU ARE, WE’LL BE
AVAILABLE QUICKLY AND EFFICIENTLY TO HELP MAKE SURE
YOUR MACHINERY IS PERFORMING TO ITS FULL POTENTIAL.

1 2 3

1 Our Technical Support Service provides instant 3 JCB Assetcare offers comprehensive extended

access to factory expertise, day or night, while our warranties and service agreements, as well as
Finance and Insurance teams are always on hand to service-only or repair and maintenance contracts.
provide fast, flexible, competitive quotes. Irrespective of what you opt for, our maintenance
teams around the world charge competitive labour
2 The global network of JCB Parts Centres is rates, and offer non-obligation quotations as well as
another model of efficiency; with 16 regional bases, fast, efficient insurance repair work.
we can deliver around 95% of all parts anywhere in
the world within 24 hours. Our genuine JCB parts
are designed to work in perfect harmony with your
machine for optimum performance and productivity.
Manufacturing Facilities
Dealers
Parts Distribution Centres
Note: JCB LIVELINK and JCB ASSETCARE may not be available in your region, so please check with your local dealer.

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 SPECIFICATION 3CX SPECIAL EDITION STAGE V BACKHOE LOADER

STATIC DIMENSIONS ENGINE

Engine standard Stage V
Manufacturer JCB

Aspiration Turbocharged

Displacement litre 3.0

No. of cylinders 4
H Bore mm 92
G Stroke mm 112

F
Rated engine rpm 2200
Power ratings
Rated ISO 14396 (SAE J1995 Gross) kW 55
E
D
Maximum torque
J B C
Max. torque rpm Nm 440
Max. torque rpm rpm 1150
K A

ELECTRICAL AND INSTRUMENTATION

Dimensions in m Gauges Tachometer, engine coolant temp, fuel level, hourmeter, clock
A Total travel length 5.62 Audible and visual system. Engine oil, water in fuel, transmission oil temperature and
Warning system
B Axle centreline distance 2.17 pressure, park brake, air cleaner, alternator
C Slew centre to rear axle centre distance 1.36 Battery 1000 CCA (120 amp)
D Stabiliser feet clearance 0.37 Horn Controlled from both front and rear
E Kingpost clearance 0.52 Alternator 95 amp (55kW)
F Steering wheel centre height 1.94 Front working lights 4 adjustable
G Cab roof height 3.03 Rear working lights 4 adjustable
H Total travel clearance 3.61
J Rear frame width 2.35 2.24* ENGINE SUPPORT SYSTEM
K Shovel width 2.35 2.23* Fuel type Diesel
* Narrow option Fuel filter Replaceable cartridge plus water/sediment separator prefilter
Air cleaner Dual, dry element type, with self cleaning internal air intake precleaner
GROUND LINE ANGLES
Oil filter and lubrication Full flow, spin-on type filter
L Approach angle degrees 66°
Cooling system Hot climate specification, pressurised 1.0 bar suction fan. Pressurised recovery tank with integral filler neck
M Interference angle/ramp to ground plane degrees 120°
N Departure angle degrees 20°
TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer JCB JCB
Type Syncroshuttle Powershift
Gear selection Manual Powershift
Gear 1 5.8 5.4
Gear 2 9.4 10.0
Gear 3 20.2 22.5
Gear 4 41.8 41.8
L

M
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OPERATING WEIGHTS OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Fixed dipper kg 7702 Tyres - Power CL (Michelin), Sitemaster (Industrial/traction)
Extended dipper kg 8135 Transmission - Powershift
Operating weight to ISO 6016 includes machine with 6-in-1 shovel, 24" excavator bucket and a full fuel tank and operator. Machine features - JCB Power Slide, Eberspacher cold start.
Actual weight will vary depending on machine options. Machine and site protection - Front bumper protection, Fuel tank guards, Stabiliser street pads, Shovel street pads, Reverse alarm,
Biodegradable oil
AXLES
Attachments - Standard excavator buckets (300mm to 900mm), Deep profile excavator bucket (300mm to 940mm), Ditching buckets
Front Axle Rear Axle (1542mm to 1828.8mm), General purpose 6-in-1 front shovel 1m³ hydraulic front quickhitch, Manual/hydraulic rear quickhitch, Hammer
JCB steer drive with JCB 4WD steer drive with torque pipework, Bi-directional pipework, Hand-held tool circuit, 9m hose reel, Excavator lifting kits for EN474 territories, Loader/excavator
Type
torque proportional proportional HBCV, Electric refuelling pump

Axle ratings kg kg Safety and security - Reverse alarm.

Static load rating 16500 25000
Dynamic load rating 8300 12500 CAB CONFIGURATION
Oscillation angle 16° – Seat and comfort Visibility
Mechanical suspension seat  Exterior mirrors 

STEERING Air suspension seat  Interior rear view mirror 

Axles Steer drive Seat head rest  Front windscreen heater 

Arm rest  8 halogen work lights 
Steering turns - lock to lock 2 ⁄4
3

Seat belt  10 LED work lights 

m
Heater  Roof
Kerb – kerb turning circle - unbraked 8.1
Air conditioning (including In-cab cool box)  Yellow roof 
Loader clearance circle - unbraked 10.4
Radio  Beacons LED 
Kerb – kerb turning circle - braked 6.9
Doors and windows Controls
Loader clearance circle - braked 9.5
Tinted glass  Dual pattern controls (ISO/SAE changeover) 
(Depending on tyre size, ground conditions etc.)
Front windscreen wiper  Security
SERVICE CAPACITIES Rear windscreen wiper  Instrumental panel vandal guard 

Cooling system ltr 18.5 Rear one piece opening window  Fire extinguisher (UK only) 

Fuel tank ltr 150 Door ajar stays  Key and keypad immobiliser (standard in UK) 

Engine oil with filter ltr 15 Steering column Livelink 

Gearbox with filter ltr 16 Tilting steering column  Storage

Rear axle ltr 16 Steering wheel knob  Side/roof storage 

Front drive axle ltr 16 Telescopic steering column 

Hydraulic system incl. tank ltr 117  Standard  Option

NOISE AND VIBRATION LEVELS

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Internal dB(A) 74dB(A)
Open centre systems (piston pump) @ 2200rpm l/min
External dB(A) 102
Manual 165 Vibration Hand arm vibration 2.5m/s² - Whole body vibration 0.5m/s²
Closed centre systems (piston pump) @ 2200rpm l/min
Advanced EasyControl 165
bar
System relief pressure 251
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LOADER DIMENSIONS LOADER ATTACHMENTS – Forklift Performance Data

Y
S
R V
Z
NO
M

U T

Q W
X

GP shovel 6-in-1 shovel 6-in-1 shovel mounted forks Quickhitch mounted forks
M Dump height m 2.74 2.72 W Forks – tine length m 1.1 1.1
N Load over height m 3.23 3.20 Forks – tine width m 0.08 0.08
O Loader hinge pin height m 3.45 3.45 X Forks reach at ground level m 2.66 2.03
P Pin forward reach m 0.36 0.36 Y Forks reach at full height m 2.25 1.72
Q Reach at ground (toe plate horizontal) m 1.42 1.37 Z Forks lift height – max m 2.92 3.27
R Max. reach at full height m 1.20 1.15 Fork spacing – min m 0.2 0.2
S Reach at full height fully dumped m 0.83 0.78 Fork spacing – max m 2.17 1.03
T Dig depth m 0.07 0.10 SWL @ 500mm load centres kg 1000 2000
U Roll back at ground degrees 45° 45°
V Dump angle degrees 43° 43°
Jaw opening width m - 0.95

LOADER PERFORMANCE LOADER ATTACHMENTS – Direct Mount

GP shovel 6-in-1 shovel Capacity SAE
Loader breakout – shovel kgf 6170 6531 G.P. Shovel 6 in 1
Loader breakout – arms kgf 4942 4732 Width mm (ft-in) Rated m³ Struck Rated m³ Struck
Rated operating capacity 7’4”* kgf 3479 3229 2235 (7-4) 1.0 0.83 1.0 0.76
Rated operating capacity 7’8”* kgf 3439 3169 2350 (7-8) 1.1 0.91 1.2 1.02
Clamping force kgf – 2940 3CX Auto  
*Rated operating capacity as determined according to ISO 14397: 2007
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BACKHOE DIMENSIONS BACKHOE PERFORMANCE
Standard Dipper Extradig
D Speed 5431 5385
Bucket tearout kgf
Power 6324 6228
F
J Ext – 2255
G Dipper tearout kgf
Ret 3217 3225
Ext – 719
Lift capacity of bucket pivot at full reach kg
Ret 1584 1451
F
C
G
B
BACKHOE ATTACHMENTS – Standard Profile Bucket
Width* Capacity SAE Weight (+ Teeth)
A
mm Rated m³ Rated m³ kg Teeth
C
229 0.04 0.03 95 0
B
305 † 0.06 0.05 102 3
356 † 0.075 0.06 105 3
A
400 † 0.09 0.07 109 3

C H
457 † 0.12 0.09 116 3
E
610 † 0.17 0.13 140 4
800 † 0.24 0.17 162 5
950 † 0.30 0.21 198 5

Standard Dipper Extradig * Including sidecutters. Width less sidecutters deduct 25mm. † Available with additional wear strips to give added strength and rigidity.
C H
E
Ext – 5.46
A SAE max dig depth m BACKHOE ATTACHMENTS – Standard Profile Bucket
Ret 4.24 4.24
Width* Capacity SAE Weight (+ Teeth)
Ext – 5.43
SAE 2ft flat bottom m mm Rated m³ Struck m3 kg Teeth
Ret 4.21 4.21
305 0.09 0.07 102 3
Ext – 5.97
Maximum dig depth with deep profile bucket m 356 0.11 0.09 117 3
Ret 4.75 4.75
457 0.16 0.13 122 3
Ext – 7.87
B Reach – ground level to rear wheel centre m 610 0.23 0.18 142 4
Ret 6.72 6.72
800 0.30 0.24 163 5
Ext – 6.52
C Reach – ground level to slew centre m 950 0.38 † 0.30 183 5
Ret 5.37 5.37
1100 0.48 † 0.34 203 6
Ext – 3.66
D Reach – at full height to slew centret m * Including sidecutters. Width less sidecutters deduct 25mm (1in). † Capacity in cu.yd.
Ret 2.74 2.74
Ext – 7.09
E Side reach – to centre line of machine m
Ret 5.94 5.94 DITCHING BUCKETS
Ext – 6.35 Width* Capacity SAE Weight
F SAE operating height m
Ret 5.53 5.53 mm Rated m³ Struck m3 kg
Ext – 4.72 1525 0.22 0.155 150
G Maximum loadover height m
Ret 3.84 3.84 1830 0.26 0.186 172
Ext – 4.32
SAE loadover height m
Ret 3.4 3.4 TAPERED BUCKETS
H Total kingpost travel m 1.16 1.16 Width* Capacity SAE
Narrow rear frame option m 1.05 1.05 mm Rated m³ Struck m3 Angle degrees Teeth
J Bucket rotation Speed 201° 201° 381–1676 0.07 0.06 30 2
305–1067 0.12 0.10 60 2
 ONE COMPANY, OVER 300 MACHINES.

Backhoe Loader 3CX Special Edition Stage V

Your nearest JCB dealer
Gross power: 55kW (74hp) Stage V Maximum dig depth: 5.46m Weight: 8135kg

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

Tel: +44 (0)1889 590312 Email: [email protected]
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