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JCB VMT280

Series: JCB Vibratory Smooth Drum Roller

Source: https://www.jcb.com/de-DE/products/machines/telescopic-loade

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The JCB VMT280 belongs to the JCB Vibratory Smooth Drum Roller series. The engine delivers 29.6 hp (21.8 kW), has 3 cylinders, with a displacement of 1,401.1 cm³. Rated speed is 2,600 rpm. The unladen weight is 2,750.1 kg. Ground clearance is 280.2 mm. Top speed is 10.9 km/h. The tank holds 63.2 litres. The hydraulic tank holds 60.2 litres. The oil fill is 5.7 litres. The electrical system runs on 12 V. The engine fitted is the D 1403. The JCB Vibratory Smooth Drum Roller series covers 22 models. Rated output within it ranges from 29.6 to 175.4 hp; the VMT280 sits at the bottom of that range with 29.6 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the VMT390 above it with 47.2 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 modelD 1403correct
Power29.6 hp (21.8 kW)correct
Rated speed2,600 rpmcorrect
Cylinders3correct
Displacement1,401.1 cm³correct
Engine oil capacity5.7 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Width1,298.4correct
Ground clearance280.2correct
Unladen weight2,750.1 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Top speed10.9 km/hcorrect
System voltage12 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity60.2 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity63.2 lcorrect

Other data

Height1,722.1correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 7.9 kW/t (22 kW / 2.8 t)

Stronger than 10% of the road construction in the register — out of 669 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the JCB VMT280 have?

The JCB VMT280 delivers 29.6 hp.

How much does the JCB VMT280 weigh?

The unladen weight is 2,750 kg.

What engine does the JCB VMT280 have?

3 cylinders, 1,401 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the JCB VMT280 go?

Top speed is 10.9 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.
  • 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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