JCB 3CX Backhoe Loader
JCB 3CX backhoe loader specs: 74 hp engine rating, 17,073 lb operating weight, 18 ft 6 in max dig depth, 1.3-1.4 yd3 shovel options, 44 gpm pump flow, and 500-hour service intervals.
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JCB 3CX Backhoe Loader Specs at a Glance
The JCB 3CX Backhoe Loader is a 17,073 lb backhoe loader rated at 74 net horsepower with a listed max dig depth of 18.50 ft. Use this page to check the core model specs, then confirm the exact serial range, blade or bucket, undercarriage, counterweight, hydraulic options, and emissions package before using the numbers for purchase, transport, or bid decisions.
Spec basis: U.S. 3CX Cab, 74 hp, 4WD, center-mount, extendable dipper technical specification basis. 3CX Plus, 3CX Pro, sideshift, and 4CX models have different power, dig depth, tires, and roading specs.
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Next Steps for 3CX Cab 74HP
Key OEM Spec Summary
Fuel burn and hourly operating cost are Heavy Equipment Hub editorial estimates for planning. They are not OEM guaranteed values.
Complete OEM Technical Data Sheet
Verified OEM engine parameters, hydraulic pressure circuits, digging forces, and transport dimensions.
| Reference Name | JCB 3CX Cab technical specification and JCB 3CX / 4CX comparison table |
| Primary OEM Reference | https://machinestore.jcb.com/en-US/machines/backhoe-loaders/3cxcab |
| Secondary OEM Reference | https://www.jcb.com/en-US/products/machines/backhoe-loaders/3cx/ |
| Spec Configuration | U.S. 3CX Cab, 74 hp, 4WD, center-mount, extendable dipper technical specification basis. 3CX Plus, 3CX Pro, sideshift, and 4CX models have different power, dig depth, tires, and roading specs. |
| Last Reviewed | September 2026 |
| Cost and Fuel Note | Fuel burn and hourly operating cost are Heavy Equipment Hub editorial estimates for planning. They are not OEM guaranteed values. |
| Engine Make & Model | JCB ECOMAX engine |
| Engine Power | 74 HP (55 kW) |
| Engine Displacement | 4.4 L family reference |
| Torque | 295 lbf-ft class reference |
| Emissions / Aftertreatment Note | Tier 4 Final; no DPF noted for the 74 hp configuration |
| Operating Weight | 17,073 lbs (7,743 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 42.0 gal (160 L) |
| Travel Speed | 24.9 mph |
| Drive | 4WD / 2WS configuration basis |
| Service Interval | 500 hours |
| General Purpose Shovel Capacity | 1.4 yd3 |
| 6-in-1 Shovel Capacity | 1.3 yd3 |
| Loader Bucket Breakout | 13,603 lbf |
| Excavator Bucket Breakout | 13,730 lbf |
| Max Dig Depth | 18 ft 6 in (5.63 m) |
| Reach | 21 ft 6 in |
| Lift Capacity at Full Height | 7,670 lbs |
| Load Over Height | 10 ft 7 in |
| Max Pump Flow | 44 gpm |
| Front / Rear Wheel Basis | 18/28 in class for 3CX; 20/28 in listed on higher models |
| Build Pack | 3CX-14 EXT Dipper, center mount, 74 hp, 4WD, easy controls, standard lift |
| Configuration Note | Tires, stabilizers, dipper type, quick coupler, loader shovel, forks, and hammer lines change dimensions and operating weight. |
| Best Fit | Fleets that need one roadable machine for short trenching, utility work, loading, backfilling, and small excavation jobs. |
| Verify Before Transport | Confirm cab/ROPS, dipper, buckets, tires, forks, stabilizer pads, and roading rules before quoting transport dimensions. |
| Selection Note | Choose the 74 hp 3CX for simpler ownership and lower upfront cost; compare Plus/Pro models when higher power, more road speed, or different controls matter. |
| Common Long-Tail Searches Answered | JCB 3CX weight, JCB 3CX horsepower, JCB 3CX dig depth, 3CX loader breakout force, JCB 3CX pump flow, JCB 3CX bucket capacity. |
Machine Architecture & Operational Overview
The JCB 3CX is a roadable backhoe loader built for contractors, municipalities, utilities, farms, and site-prep crews that need one machine for loading, trenching, backfilling, light excavation, and travel between jobsites. Because the 3CX family includes 3CX, 3CX Plus, 3CX Pro, center-mount, sideshift, and regional build variations, specs must be tied to the exact model pack. The values below use the U.S. 3CX Cab 74 hp technical specification basis where a single machine configuration is required. Fuel burn and hourly operating cost are planning estimates, not JCB-guaranteed values.
Primary Jobsite Applications: Municipal utilities, pipe trenching, road repair, small site excavation, material loading, backfilling, landscaping, farm work, and general construction support
Buyer and Fleet Checklist
Before You Use These Specs
Transport Planning
Confirm weight, width, height, bucket or blade removal, counterweight, shoe width, tire package, permits, and trailer capacity against the actual machine configuration.
Attachment Matching
Check hydraulic flow, relief pressure, coupler style, case drain, return filtration, tool control, lifting limits, and dealer-approved attachment charts.
Cost Per Hour
Build the hourly rate from fuel, DEF, preventive maintenance, wear parts, tires or undercarriage, repairs, depreciation, finance cost, insurance, and utilization.
Spec Accuracy
Use the source link and configuration note as the starting point, then verify serial range and local-market literature before purchase, repair, hauling, or bid work.
Common Long-Tail Searches This Page Answers
What is the operating weight?
17,073 lb, depending on configuration.
How much horsepower does it have?
74 net hp for the listed engine configuration.
What is the maximum dig depth?
18.50 ft with the listed boom and stick setup.
What should be verified before use?
Serial prefix, attachment package, counterweight, track shoe width, emissions tier, and local dealer documentation.
JCB 3CX Backhoe Loader FAQ
What is the operating weight of the JCB 3CX Backhoe Loader?
The listed operating weight is 17,073 lb for the referenced configuration. Buckets, blades, couplers, thumbs, guards, counterweights, tires, track shoes, fuel level, and regional packages can change the final transport weight.
How much horsepower does the JCB 3CX Backhoe Loader have?
The listed net horsepower is 74 hp. Confirm the exact engine rating standard, emissions package, and model year before using the value for bidding, rental comparison, or attachment sizing.
Is the fuel burn shown here an OEM guaranteed number?
No. The fuel burn and hourly cost values are Heavy Equipment Hub planning estimates. Real fuel use changes with load factor, idle time, operator habits, hydraulic demand, underfoot conditions, maintenance condition, and job cycle.
What should I verify before buying, renting, or transporting this machine?
Verify serial range, configuration, attachment package, fluid specifications, transport dimensions, tire or track setup, counterweight, emissions equipment, service history, and the latest OEM or dealer documentation.
Recommended OEM Filters & Fluid Maintenance Kits
JCB 500-Hour Scheduled Maintenance Filter Kit
Official heavy duty hydraulic return filters, engine oil filters, fuel water separators, and SOS fluid sampling bottles.
JCB 3CX Backhoe Loader Knowledge Base & Topic Cluster
Deep-dive technical guides attached to this master machine pillar.
JCB 3CX 500-Hour Maintenance Checklist: Loader, Backhoe, Stabilizers, Hydraulics and Roading
A JCB 3CX 500-hour maintenance checklist for loader linkage, backhoe boom, stabilizers, hydraulic flow, tires, brakes, roading, fluids, filters and work records.
JCB 3CX Hydraulic and Roading Troubleshooting: Slow Backhoe, Weak Loader, Brake Heat and Stabilizer Drift
JCB 3CX troubleshooting workflow for slow backhoe, weak loader, stabilizer drift, roading vibration, brake heat, hydraulic flow, pump noise and stop-work symptoms.
JCB 3CX Operating Cost Per Hour: Fuel Burn, Tires, Brakes, Attachments and Ownership
JCB 3CX cost per hour guide using 2.4 gal/hr planning fuel burn, tires, brakes, loader and backhoe wear, attachments, transport savings, utilization and ownership.
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JCB 3CX Seasonal Maintenance Guide: Winter Starts, Roading, Mud, Stabilizers and Attachment Swaps
A JCB 3CX seasonal maintenance guide for winter starts, road travel, municipal work, spring mud, stabilizers, loader bucket edges, backhoe pins and storage.
Fleet Management Specs
Spec Verification
Core machine values are checked against the JCB 3CX Cab technical specification and JCB 3CX / 4CX comparison table. Configuration-sensitive values should still be verified against the exact serial range and dealer spec sheet.
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