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JCB VM166PD

Series: JCB Vibratory Compactor

Source: https://www.jcb.com/en-ZA/products/machines/single-drum-soil

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The JCB VM166PD is a model in the JCB Vibratory Compactor series. The engine delivers 175.4 hp (129 kW), with a displacement of 5,883 cm³. Rated speed is 2,200 rpm. The unladen weight is 16,800 kg. Ground clearance is 447 mm. Top speed is 11.4 km/h. The tank holds 400.1 litres. The hydraulic tank holds 80.3 litres. The cooling system holds 19.3 litres. The oil fill is 14.8 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the B5,9. The JCB Vibratory Compactor series covers 8 models. Rated output within it ranges from 23.1 to 175.4 hp; the VM166PD sits at the top of that range with 175.4 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the VM132PD below it with 152.1 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 modelB5.9correct
Power175.4 hp (129 kW)correct
Rated speed2,200 rpmcorrect
Displacement5,883 cm³correct
Coolant capacity19.3 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity14.8 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance447correct
Unladen weight16,800 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Top speed11.4 km/hcorrect
System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity80.3 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity400.1 lcorrect

Other data

Height2,935.2correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 7.7 kW/t (129 kW / 16.8 t)

Stronger than 64% 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 VM166PD have?

The JCB VM166PD delivers 175 hp.

How much does the JCB VM166PD weigh?

The unladen weight is 16,800 kg.

What engine does the JCB VM166PD have?

5,883 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the JCB VM166PD go?

Top speed is 11.4 km/h.

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

VM1500

VM200PD

VM46PD

VM75PD

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