JCB has developed a fully glazed, heated ROPS/FOPS cab alternative for the 403E electric compact wheeled loader. The cab comes complete with heated front and rear screens, a heated seat, and an efficient three-speed heater with boost feature. It is also possible to pre-condition the cab while charging, to preserve traction battery power and potential…

JCB has developed a Lever Steer option for its large platform wheeled loaders, designed to deliver enhanced comfort and control for the operator, particularly in repetitive loading operations. Available as part of the company’s JCB Controls option pack, the Lever Steer option is incorporated into an ergonomically-designed lever armrest that sits to the left of…

A machine built to celebrate the 70th birthday of the JCB backhoe loader is set to play a major role in training the operators of the future. Sheffield-based K-Plant Hire has taken delivery of one of the first Platinum Edition JCB backhoe loaders – introduced to commemorate the special anniversary of the iconic machine. The…

Second wheel loader in a row on the front cover. This week’s is on sale at AJ Machinery whose advert is on page 11 – they have plenty of choice when it comes to this type of machine. THis one is a 2017 JCB 437 Waste Master Super High lift and is ready to go…

A nice, tidy JCB 3CX Contractor features on this week’s front cover and inside on page 19 in Plantmaster’s advert. It’s a 2017 model with powershift, 4 in 1 bucket and forks, a rear extender and hammer line. With only 3,300 hours and a new set of boots, this could be a great buy for…

There’s a neat and tidy-looking 2001 JCB P12 Sitemaster backhoe loader on this week’s front cover. Fitted with a Perkins turbo engine, it has a 4 in 1 front bucket, rear extender and hammer line. Looks like the perfect tool and well presented for its age. Remember, there’s always tonnes of farm machinery for sale…

JCB is celebrating 70 years of manufacturing its backhoe loader with the unveiling Platinum Editions of the 3CX and 4CX models. Company founder Joseph Cyril Bamford CBE invented the backhoe concept and the first JCB model was manufactured in 1953 after he combined a lightweight backhoe with a Major Loadall tractor loader. It created, for…

Malcolm Harrison is showing some of the backhoe loaders available at the Prees sale taking place on the 16th September. Pictured front and centre is a 2000 Sitemaster 3CX 4WD backhoe with cross lever controls, forks and a 4 in 1 bucket and plenty of additional buckets to suit multiple tasks. This machine is joined…

Saturday 2nd September sees Malcolm Harrison auction off Steven Broadhurst’s collection of trucks and machinery, including the JCB 3CX Sitemaster on this week’s front cover. It’s a year 2000 machine with Cross Lever Controls, a 4 Way Grab Bucket and set of Forks. Remember, there’s always tonnes of farm machinery for sale at our sister…

This week’s front cover sees one of a choice of JCB 3CX backhoe loaders available from Plantmaster – see the full choice on the inside front cover, there are 2016 Sitemasters and 2017 Contractors with older, 1999 Sitemaster models available too. There’s always tonnes of backhoe loaders available for sale at Plantpages.co.uk Remember, there’s always…

JCB is introducing its first full electric wheeled loader, delivering best-in-class performance and full working day use, with low noise and zero-emission operation for customers. The machine boasts the largest standard battery pack in its class, with a 20kWh capacity, with productivity matching the popular 403 diesel model. Features include: Clean Power JCB is expanding…

This makes a change from a bright yellow backhoe – seeing the familiar machine in an unfamiliar colour seems strange. Scottish civil engineering and plant hire firm, GBSS Civils & Plant Hire has bought a new JCB 3CX Pro decked in striking black livery with red and gold details. Now, the new machine is turning…

JCB has won its biggest ever deal in the UK after rental firm Morris Leslie Plant Hire placed an order for £87.5 million worth of machines – including a big fleet of 3CX backhoe loaders. The huge order from the Perth-based company, which operates nationally, includes a bumper deal for 50 JCB backhoe loaders, at…

Ireland’s largest biomass provider has purchased a brand-new JCB Stage V 427 Wastemaster wheeled loading shovel as part of its commitment to pursuing renewable energy. Crumlin-based McKinstry Group is moving into the export market with a new site in Belfast where it will be processing over 100,000 tonnes of biomass per year. Supplied by dealer…

JCB machines from landmark years of Her Majesty the Queen’s 70-year reign took centre stage at the spectacular Platinum Jubilee Pageant in London. The five diggers paraded down The Mall towards Buckingham Palace past members of the Royal Family and tens of thousands of cheering spectators who were lining the route. The team of operators…

JCB machines from the past and the present will be taking centre stage at a special pageant in London as the nation comes together to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee next month. The company confirmed that it has signed an agreement to become a Platinum Jubilee Pageant Partner – and milestone machines spanning…

JCB’s hydrogen engine has won one of the oldest and most prestigious awards in British automotive engineering honouring technical achievement. At a ceremony in London, JCB Chairman Lord Bamford was presented with the Royal Automobile Club’s Dewar Trophy for the company’s development of a hydrogen fuel motor. It is the third time that JCB’s innovations…

JCB is investing £100 million on a project to produce hydrogen engines for its range of plant machinery. A team of 100 engineers is already working on the development with the recruitment of up to 50 more engineers under way as JCB targets the end of 2022 for the first machines to be available for…