JCB updates its 3CX and 4CX backhoe loaders

JCB has updated its 3CX and 4CX backhoe loaders and unveiled a special one-millionth paint design to celebrate its backhoe production milestone at the ARA Show 2025. 

These updates, which include enhanced roading performance, a new outer box dipper option for the excavator end, and an upgraded operator-focused cab, are designed to make construction jobs more efficient, comfortable, and safe.

Upgrades for operator efficiency 

For over 70 years, JCB has been a part of the growth in the backhoe market, beginning with its invention of the first backhoe loader in 1953. This machine combined loader arms on the front and an excavator at the rear.

With each new model, JCB says it has focused on enhancing the operator experience, and the latest updates are no exception. New features of the 3CX and 4CX models include:

• Enhanced roading capabilities: With a six-speed auto-shift transmission and a top speed of almost 30 mph, these machines deliver enhanced fuel efficiency and reduced travel time, useful for utility repairs and emergency responses.
• Updated excavator end design: Featuring a new outer box dipper, this design offers better weight distribution, making it ideal for thumb mounting. Operators benefit from stability and higher lift capacity when handling heavy materials at full reach, ensuring proper performance for tasks like material handling and demolition.
• Upgraded cab: The redesigned cab features a 7-inch display, Bluetooth connectivity, ergonomic joystick controls, and improved visibility through larger mirrors and LED work lights. This update ensures that operators stay comfortable and focused throughout their shifts.

"JCB's latest backhoe loaders build on a legacy of innovation, offering solutions that empower operators to be more productive," said James Gill, product manager at JCB North America. "These machines represent the perfect blend of advanced technology and operator-focused design, reaffirming our dominance in the global backhoe market."