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JCB 3C backhoe

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The 3C backhoe comes from JCB. The engine has 4 cylinders. The engine comes from Leyland. The engine is water-cooled. The model was built in England. The fuel is diesel. Its predecessor was the JCB 3. It was succeeded by the JCB 3CII. 752 JCB models across 38 series are on record. The model is listed under Excavators & compaction. 11 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine makeLeylandcorrect
Fueldieselcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Turbochargernocorrect
Coolingwater-cooledcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox makeNuffieldcorrect

Origin and approval

PlantEnglandcorrect
PredecessorJCB 3correct
SuccessorJCB 3CIIcorrect

Other data

Cab makeJCBcorrect

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the JCB 3C backhoe have?

4 cylinders, Diesel.

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.

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