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JCB VM1500

Series: JCB Vibratory Compactor

Source: https://www.mascus.ie/construction/twin-drum-rollers/jcb-vib

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The JCB Vibratory Compactor series from JCB includes the VM1500. The engine delivers 23.1 hp (17 kW), has 3 cylinders, with a displacement of 999.6 cm³. Rated speed is 3,000 rpm. The unladen weight is 1,500 kg. Ground clearance is 170.2 mm. Top speed is 2.6 km/h. The tank holds 22 litres. The hydraulic tank holds 70 litres. The oil fill is 4.2 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the D1005-BB-EC. The JCB Vibratory Compactor series covers 8 models. Rated output within it ranges from 23.1 to 175.4 hp; the VM1500 sits at the bottom of that range with 23.1 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the VM46PD above it with 60.8 hp. 752 JCB models across 38 series are on record. The model is listed under Road construction. 14 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelD1005-BB-ECcorrect
Power23.1 hp (17 kW)correct
Rated speed3,000 rpmcorrect
Cylinders3correct
Displacement999.6 cm³correct
Engine oil capacity4.2 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance170.2correct
Unladen weight1,500 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Top speed2.6 km/hcorrect
System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity70 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity22 lcorrect

Other data

Height1,368.6correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 11.3 kW/t (17 kW / 1.5 t)

Stronger than 0% of the compaction equipment in the register — out of 223 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the JCB VM1500 have?

The JCB VM1500 delivers 23.1 hp.

How much does the JCB VM1500 weigh?

The unladen weight is 1,500 kg.

What engine does the JCB VM1500 have?

3 cylinders, 1,000 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.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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Other models in this series

VM115PD

VM132PD

VM146PD

VM166PD

VM200PD

VM46PD

VM75PD

Sources: [1]

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