JCB JS260SC CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

Technical Description

The JCB JS260SC is a robust crawler excavator designed for heavy-duty applications with versatile boom and stick configurations providing multiple reach and digging options. It features four boom/stick setups, each with a bucket rotation of 180 degrees. The maximum cutting height ranges from 29.1 ft to 32.4 ft, while maximum digging depth varies between 18.8 ft and 23.8 ft, allowing adaptability to various excavation needs. Maximum reach along the ground extends from 29.5 ft up to 34.6 ft, with vertical wall digging depths from 14.8 ft to 21.9 ft. Minimum swing radius is compact, ranging from 152.4 in to 158.3 in to facilitate working in confined spaces. The excavator’s bucket capacities range between 1.1 cu yd and 2 cu yd with a reference capacity of 1.5 cu yd. Dimensions include a ground clearance of 1.6 ft, track gauge of 7.9 ft, and an overall width of 9.9 ft to balance maneuverability and stability. It uses an Isuzu Suzu 4HK1X turbocharged diesel engine with water cooling, delivering 160 hp (119 kW) at 2000 rpm, compliant with European Tier 4i emissions standards. The engine displacement is 316.9 cu in. Hydraulics include a pump flow capacity of 114.2 gpm and system relief pressure rated at 4975 psi. The operating weight is approximately 55,640 lbs. The undercarriage features 47 shoes per side and a maximum travel speed of 3.5 mph. Swing speed is 10.6 rpm. Cooling system capacity is 7.1 gallons, with a fuel capacity of 90.7 gallons, supporting extended operational shifts. The JS260SC’s shipping dimensions vary slightly by boom option, with heights around 10.5 ft and lengths just over 32 ft, optimizing transport logistics for diverse job sites. This combination of power, hydraulic performance, and flexible configurations makes the JCB JS260SC a highly capable excavator for construction, demolition, and earthmoving tasks.