JCB 260T

Series: JCB Multi Terrain Loader

Source: https://www.ritchielist.com/construction/skid-steer-loaders-

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With the 260T, JCB offers a model from the JCB Multi Terrain Loader series. The engine delivers 85.2 hp (62.6 kW), with a displacement of 4,391.7 cm³. Rated speed is 2,400 rpm. The unladen weight is 4,628.9 kg. Ground clearance is 248.2 mm. The tank holds 103.3 litres. Maximum torque is reached at 1,800 rpm. The hydraulic tank holds 60.2 litres. Working pressure is 229.9 bar. The cooling system holds 15.5 litres. The oil fill is 14 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the Dieselmax TC-63. The JCB Multi Terrain Loader series covers 12 models. Rated output within it ranges from 56.8 to 93.3 hp; the 260T sits in the upper part of that range with 85.2 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 190T below it with 81.1 hp and the 1110T above it with 93.3 hp. 752 JCB models across 38 series are on record. The model is listed under Wheel loaders. 16 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model	Dieselmax TC-63correct
Power	85.2 hp (62.6 kW)correct
Rated speed	2,400 rpmcorrect
Speed at max. torque	1,800 rpmcorrect
Displacement	4,391.7 cm³correct
Aspiration	turbochargedcorrect
Coolant capacity	15.5 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity	14 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance	248.2correct
Unladen weight	4,628.9 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

System voltage	12 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity	60.2 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure	229.9correct
Fuel tank capacity	103.3 lcorrect

Other data

Height	2,081.8correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 13.5 kW/t (63 kW / 4.6 t)

Stronger than 31% of the wheel loaders in the register — out of 1,253 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the JCB 260T have?

The JCB 260T delivers 85.2 hp.

How much does the JCB 260T weigh?

The unladen weight is 4,629 kg.

What engine does the JCB 260T have?

4,392 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

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Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
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JCB 260T

Technical data

Engine

Dimensions and weights

Drivetrain and chassis

Working data

Other data

Where this model stands

Frequently asked questions

What to check before buying

Other models in this series

1110T

150T

180T

190T

210T

215T

250T

270T

300T

320T

325T

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