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JCB 3DX PLUS Backhoe Loader Specification and Features

Success With Every Journey — Powered by the New CEV Stage IV JCB ecoMAX Engine

Backhoe Loader JCB Construction Equipment 4WD Available Heavy Machinery

The JCB 3DX PLUS is India's most trusted backhoe loader, now powered by the new CEV Stage IV JCB ecoMAX 444 engine — a 4 cylinder, water cooled, turbocharged CRDI engine with EGR — delivering 55 kW (74 HP) @ 2200 rpm and a best-in-class max torque of 400 N.m @ 1200 rpm. Backed by over 1,00,000 cumulative hours of testing across Indian conditions, the machine offers up to 7% lower fuel consumption, 15% lower maintenance cost and 7% lower noise levels compared to the current 3DX ecoXcellence. Features like Economy & Plus work modes, Loading & Roading modes, Auto Idle, Auto Stop, JCB Q brakes and the all-new LiveLink 4.0 telematics system make the 3DX PLUS a smart, dependable choice for every job site. A 4WD variant with high dump bucket option (4.0 m dump height) is also available for demanding, all-terrain applications.

Price

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FOB Price. Subject to change. Price varies by optional attachments, bucket and tyre configuration.

Features & Highlights

JCB ecoMAX CRDI Engine — Common Rail Direct Injection technology saves fuel, gives more power and cleaner emission norms
7% Fuel Consumption Reduction — lower fuel consumption in mix duty cycle, saving up to ₹58,000* per year
15% Maintenance Cost Reduction — save up to ₹15,000* per year with 15% periodic maintenance cost reduction
Loading & Roading Mode — helps in saving fuel during loading and roading operations
Economy & Plus Mode — Plus mode helps in achieving 25%* additional productivity
400 Nm Max. Torque — best-in-class torque ensures quick engine response
EGR with 2 Stage Cooling Technology and turbocharger with Waste Gate Technology (WGT) for lower emission with better fuel economy
Turbocharger — high performance and more power
Well Tested 1,00,000+ Cumulative Hours — engine designed and rigorously tested to adapt to Indian conditions
Auto Idle — machine automatically goes into Auto Idle mode after 10 seconds of idling period, saving fuel
Auto Stop — feature saves fuel by automatically switching off the engine after 6 minutes of waiting period
7% Lower Noise Level — stay fatigue-free and work for longer hours with ease
Effortless Throttle — electronic hand & foot throttle results in nearly zero effort, reducing operator fatigue
Digital Speedometer — advanced digital speedometer displays speed with clarity
Digital Display — new informative digital cluster display for smooth operation
Trip Metre — keep track of the distance covered & hours clocked (kilometres & hours)
Intelli Diagnostics — a smart app connected to the machine via Bluetooth enables quick identification of concerns
Guide Me Home — the guide me home feature switches on the external lights, helping the operator walk safely after parking in the dark
SOS Switch — safety and security taken up a notch, connects operator with the LiveLink command centre or owner in case of emergency
LiveLink 4.0 — advanced LiveLink gives you additional analytics about the operational behaviour of your machine
Feed Pump — no priming required, no possibility of air in fuel system, making the engine more durable
Crank Case Ventilation (CCV) — reduces oil wastage, lowering maintenance cost
Robust Fuel Filtration System — 2 & 5 micron main filter with water separator and specially engineered media for longer hydraulic component life
Improved Bedplate Design — sturdy construction for better life of crankshaft
Forged Crankshaft — better life of crankshaft
Redesigned Roof — new stylised roof for better rainwater management, increasing uptime in rainy seasons
LED Rear Work Lamp — improved visibility at night
Internal Rear View Mirror — provides assistance to the operator to see rearward
Improved Seat — ergonomically designed seat with improved cushions and stitches so the operator can work tirelessly for longer hours

Technical Specifications

Specifications shown for JCB 3DX PLUS with standard dipper, loader shovel and rear tyres. All dimensions, weights and tyres are variable within 1.5%.

Model: JCB 3DX PLUS
Shipping Weight: 7,510 kg
Standard Bucket Capacity: 0.26 m³ (9.18 cu.ft)
Standard Shovel Capacity: 1.1 m³ (38.85 cu.ft)
Engine Model: JCB 444, CRDI, CEV Stage IV
Engine Type: 4 Cylinder, Water Cooled, Turbocharged with EGR
Displacement: 4.4 Litres
Gross Power: 55 kW (74 HP) @ 2200 rpm
Max Torque: 400 N.m @ 1200 rpm
Transmission: JCB Synchroshuttle, 4-Speed, Fully Synchromesh
Gear Box: Smooth Shift with Integral Torque Converter and Electrically Operated Reversing Shuttle
Rear Axle: Drive axle, rigidly mounted, JCB Max-Trac torque proportioning differential
Front Axle: Steer axle, centrally pivoted, oscillation angle of 16°
Service Brakes: JCB 'Q' Brakes — Hydraulically Actuated, Dual Line, Self Adjusting
Parking Brake: Hand Operated, Disc Brakes on Rear Axle Input Disc
Steering: Power Track Steering Rod System, Equal Turn, Quick Response
Steering Working Pressure: 2,320 p.s.i (160 bar)
Hydraulic System Pressure: 3915 p.s.i (270 bar)
Pump Flow: 114 lpm @ 2000 rpm
Filtration: Suction Strainer and Return Line JCB Filtromatic Filter
Hydraulic Oil Change Period: 4000 hrs
Electricals: 130 Ampere-hour, 12 Volt Battery with Alternator and Full Road Lighting
Front Tyres: 9 x 16 - 16 PR
Rear Tyres: 16.9 x 28 - 12 PR
Turning Circle (Inner Wheel Braked, Outside Loader Bucket): 8.64 m (28-4)
Turning Circle (Inner Wheel Braked, Outside Wheels): 6.20 m (20-4)
Turning Circle (Inner Wheel Not Braked, Outside Loader Bucket): 11.6 m (38-1)
Turning Circle (Inner Wheel Not Braked, Outside Wheels): 8.94 m (29-4)
Speed 1st Gear: 6.5 km/h Forward / 6.5 km/h Reverse
Speed 2nd Gear: 10.5 km/h Forward / 10.5 km/h Reverse
Speed 3rd Gear: 19.8 km/h Forward
Speed 4th Gear: 36 km/h Forward
Telematics: LiveLink 4.0 — Remote Monitoring, Maintenance Alerts & Machine Data
Brand: JCB (JCB India Limited)

Dimensions & Working Range

Overall Length — 5.90 m (19-4)
Wheelbase — 2.17 m (7-1)
Overall Height — 3.61 m (11-10)
Height to Top of Cab — 2.87 m (9-5)
Minimum Ground Clearance — 0.31 m (1-0.2)
Width Over Bucket — 2.35 m (7-9)
Track Width Rear — 1.73 m (5-8)
Track Width Front — 1.86 m (6-1)
Max. Dig Depth (Excavator) — 4.77 m (15-8)
Max. Working Height (Excavator) — 5.97 m (19-7)
Max. Load Over Height (Excavator) — 4.18 m (13-9)
Reach at Full Height to Slew Centre — 2.74 m (8-12)
Side Reach to Centre Line of Machine — 6.02 m (19-9)
Bucket Tear Out Force — 5959 kgf
Dipper Tear Out Force — 3257 kgf
Lift Capacity to Bucket Pivot at Full Reach — 1490 kg (no bucket fitted, SAE J31)
Loader Dump Height — 2.74 m (8-12)
Loader Load Over Height — 3.32 m (10-11)
Loader Pin Height — 3.54 m (11-7)
Shovel Breakout Force — 5272 kgf
Loader Arm Breakout Force — 5635 kgf
Payload — 1800 kgf

Bucket Options

Standard Excavator Bucket (Standard) — 0.26 m³ (9.18 cu.ft), Width 0.79 m (2-7)
Excavator Bucket Options — 0.06 m³, 0.09 m³, 0.12 m³ & 0.18 m³ capacities available
Standard Loader Shovel (Standard) — 1.1 m³ (38.85 cu.ft)
6-in-1 Claim Shovel (Optional)
High Dump Bucket (Optional) — up to 4.0 m dump height on 4WD variant
Ditch Cleaning Bucket (Optional)
Taper Ditch Bucket (Optional)
Square Hole Bucket (Optional)

Standard & Optional Equipment

Tinted Cab Glass for Excellent All-Round Visibility & Sun Protection
Sunscreen on Front Windscreen for Focused Operation During High-Height Truck Loading
Guide Me Home & SOS Switch for Operator Safety
Option of Air Conditioning in Cabin for Rested Operator in Hot Weather (Optional)
Auto Idle and Auto Shut Off for Fuel Saving
Fully Adjustable Suspension Seat with Ergonomically Positioned Controls & Soft Touch Steering Wheel
Standard Fit Bluetooth Enabled Music System
Two Door Access with Easy 'Walk Through' Cab Design
Seat Belt, Large Convex Rear View Mirror, Interior Light, Front Screen Wiper, Cabin Fan
Front & Rear Horn, Hazard Warning System and Tool Box
Informative Instrumentation Panel — Engine Speed, Engine Hours, Fuel Level, Water Temperature, Mobile Diagnostics
Help/Service Reminders, Date, Time, Ambient Temperature, Day/Night Display and Error Code Display for Diagnostics
LiveLink 4.0 Telematics — Service, Operation & Security Monitoring via Web or Smartphone
Optional: 4WD Drivetrain for All-Terrain Ability
Optional: JCB Telescopic Dipper — up to 1m Extra Reach, Max Dig Depth Extended to 5.77 m
Optional: Rock Breaker, Ripper Tooth and Auger Attachments
Optional: Heavy-Duty Rear Tyres 14x25
Optional: Intelli-Dig for Precision Digging

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about the JCB 3DX PLUS backhoe loader specification and features, and similar equipment.

What engine powers the JCB 3DX PLUS?

It runs on the new CEV Stage IV JCB ecoMAX 444 engine — 4 cylinder, water cooled, turbocharged with EGR and CRDI technology — rated at 55 kW (74 HP) @ 2200 rpm with a best-in-class max torque of 400 N.m @ 1200 rpm, tested for over 1,00,000 cumulative hours across Indian conditions.

What is the shipping weight and bucket capacity of the 3DX PLUS?

The JCB 3DX PLUS has a shipping weight of 7,510 kg, a standard excavator bucket capacity of 0.26 m³ and a standard loader shovel capacity of 1.1 m³, with additional excavator bucket sizes from 0.06 m³ to 0.18 m³ available.

What work modes does the JCB 3DX PLUS offer?

It offers Economy and Plus modes along with dedicated Loading and Roading modes — Plus mode helps achieve up to 25% additional productivity over Eco mode, while Loading & Roading modes optimise fuel use during re-handling and travel.

What is LiveLink 4.0 and how does it help fleet management?

LiveLink 4.0 is JCB's advanced telematics technology that lets owners remotely monitor and manage their machine fleet via web or smartphone — covering service reminders, machine data backup, critical health alerts, fuel and utilisation reports, GPS tracking, tow-away alerts, operating hours and geofencing.

What safety features are fitted on the 3DX PLUS?

Standard safety features include the Guide Me Home lighting function, an SOS switch linked to the LiveLink command centre, seat belt, hazard warning system, large convex rear view mirror and a tinted, sun-protected cabin with excellent all-round visibility.

Is a 4WD version of the JCB 3DX PLUS available?

Yes, the JCB 3DX PLUS is available in a 4WD variant offering more fuel efficiency, more tractive effort, a better bucket filling factor and all-terrain ability, and can be paired with a high dump bucket offering up to 4.0 m dump height.

What are the recommended hydraulic oil change intervals?

Thanks to JCB's improved hydraulics and filtration system, the hydraulic oil change period is extended to 4000 hours, helping reduce periodic maintenance cost by up to 15% per year.

Can I rent a JCB 3DX PLUS by the hour?

Rental terms vary by provider; we offer short and long-term rental options — reach out via the form above for current hourly and daily rates.

What is JCB CarePlus?

JCB CarePlus is an extended warranty programme that comes into effect after the machine's standard warranty expires, and can be purchased within the 1st year from the sale of the machine, offering benefits like preventive maintenance service, nationwide coverage, breakdown cost protection and better resale value.

Which optional attachments are available for the 3DX PLUS?

Optional attachments include the JCB Telescopic Dipper, rock breaker, ripper tooth, auger, 6-in-1 claim shovel, high dump bucket, ditch cleaning and taper ditch buckets, heavy-duty 14x25 rear tyres and the Intelli-dig system — ask our team for the current list.

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