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JCB 526S

Series: JCB Telescopic Forklift

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The JCB Telescopic Forklift series from JCB includes the 526S. The engine delivers 85.7 hp (63 kW), has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 4,401.6 cm³. Torque is 320.1 Nm. Rated speed is 2,200 rpm. The wheelbase measures 2,340.9 mm. Ground clearance is 451.1 mm. The tank holds 160.1 litres. The gearbox has 4 forward gears. There are also 4 reverse gears. Maximum torque is reached at 1,200 rpm. The pump delivers 65.1 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 100.3 litres. Working pressure is 241.3 bar. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the 444. Tyre size: 12,5x18 10PR. The JCB Telescopic Forklift series covers 55 models. Rated output within it ranges from 45.3 to 146.9 hp; the 526S sits in the lower part of that range with 85.7 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 527-55 below it with 84.2 hp and the 540-140 above it with 86.2 hp. 752 JCB models across 38 series are on record. The model is listed under Telehandlers. 20 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

JCB Loadall — the number before the dash is load, after it height

JCB telehandlers carry their key figures in the name. Before the dash stands the rated lift capacity, after it the lift height. A 525-60 lifts 2.5 tonnes to 6 metres; a 514-40 reaches 4 metres. Comparing two machines needs no data sheet — the designation says it.

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That makes the range unusually easy to read. A 531-70 lifts around 3.1 tonnes to 7 metres, a 541-70 a good 4 tonnes to the same height. The first number decides the load, the second the reach — and together they decide whether the machine suits the job.

A trailing T marks differing versions of the same size, as in the 531-T70 against the 531-70. Anyone sourcing parts or comparing offers should read that letter too; it separates variants that would otherwise read alike.

One thing stays important with any telehandler: rated capacity applies to a specific load centre and to the boom retracted. The further the boom extends, the less may hang from it. What a machine may actually lift in a given position is in the load chart — not in the type designation.

Sources: JCB 525-60 Datenblatt, profi: JCB 514-40, JCB Loadall-Übersicht

Technical data

Engine

Engine model444correct
Power85.7 hp (63 kW)correct
Rated speed2,200 rpmcorrect
Torque320.1correct
Speed at max. torque1,200 rpmcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Displacement4,401.6 cm³correct
Aspirationnaturally aspiratedcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase2,340.9correct
Ground clearance451.1correct

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typesyncro shuttle transmission incorporating torque convertercorrect
Forward gears4correct
Reverse gears4correct
Tyre size12.5x18 10PRcorrect
System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Pump flow65.1 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity100.3 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure241.3correct
Fuel tank capacity160.1 lcorrect

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the JCB 526S have?

The JCB 526S delivers 85.7 hp.

What engine does the JCB 526S have?

4 cylinders, 4,402 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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