- Only 1.95m wide and 2.74m high
- 35% smaller than a standard backhoe
- 16% tighter turning circle than a standard backhoe at 5.8m
- 40km/h travel speed provides fast travel between sites
- Designed for versatility, excelling at a huge variety of tasks
- Ergonomic and easy to operate
JCB pioneered the backhoe loader concept in 1953, introducing many innovative features to the market. And, in a rapidly changing world, our new 3CX Compact tool carrier represents the latest in backhoe innovation. Designed to give you big performance in small areas, it’s perfect for urban working and restricted construction sites. A tight turning circle and switchable steering modes allow it to work in a single carriageway with minimum disruption and maximum productivity. Ease of use, controllability and legendary JCB build quality is also standard on the 3CX Compact tool carrier.
Rated power
55 kW
Machine weight
6070 kg
Travel speed
40 km/h
Digging depth
4,33 m
Lift height
2,98 m
Three-speed controls allow the correct speed to be selected simply at the touch of a button on the JCB 3CX Compact tool carrier. Excavator-style controls are fitted as standard, providing ease of use and controllability. A fully adjustable air-suspension seat provides fatigue free all-day operation for your backhoe operators. During roading and loading, the 3CX Compact tool carriers's front dash-mounted display provides all the information you need. The 12V auxiliary circuit powers useful accessories, such as mobile phones. For ultimate customisation on your backhoe loader, choose our optional SAE+/ISO+ control pattern switch.