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JCB VM46PD

Series: JCB Vibratory Compactor

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The JCB VM46PD is a model in the JCB Vibratory Compactor series. The engine delivers 60.8 hp (44.7 kW), has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 3,261 cm³. Rated speed is 2,200 rpm. The unladen weight is 4,900 kg. Ground clearance is 335 mm. Top speed is 12.7 km/h. The tank holds 180.2 litres. The hydraulic tank holds 60.2 litres. The cooling system holds 14 litres. The oil fill is 8.3 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the B 3,3. The JCB Vibratory Compactor series covers 8 models. Rated output within it ranges from 23.1 to 175.4 hp; the VM46PD sits in the lower part of that range with 60.8 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the VM1500 below it with 23.1 hp and the VM75PD above it with 81.1 hp. 752 JCB models across 38 series are on record. The model is listed under Road construction. 15 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine modelB 3.3correct
Power60.8 hp (44.7 kW)correct
Rated speed2,200 rpmcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Displacement3,261 cm³correct
Coolant capacity14 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity8.3 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Ground clearance335correct
Unladen weight4,900 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Top speed12.7 km/hcorrect
System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity60.2 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity180.2 lcorrect

Other data

Height2,642.6correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 9.1 kW/t (45 kW / 4.9 t)

Stronger than 9% 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 VM46PD have?

The JCB VM46PD delivers 60.8 hp.

How much does the JCB VM46PD weigh?

The unladen weight is 4,900 kg.

What engine does the JCB VM46PD have?

4 cylinders, 3,261 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the JCB VM46PD go?

Top speed is 12.7 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

VM166PD

VM200PD

VM75PD

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