JCB launches new compact loaders
Two new wheeled loaders offer performance and versatility in a compact sizeJCB Construction Equipment Australia (CEA) has announced the arrival of its 403 and 406ZX wheeled loaders in Australia, both boasting small dimensions and suited for work in confined spaces such as warehouses and farming sheds.
The JCB 403 is a 2.5-tonne articulated chassis wheeled loader with parallel lift, hydraulic attachment pin operation, joystick hydraulics and transmission control all as standard.
It is powered by a fuel-efficient Kubota diesel engine, delivering 36hp and 92Nm torque. The hydrostatic transmission offers two speed ranges to suit different applications.
JCB CEA National Product Manager for Wheel Loaders, Deon Cope, says the 403 loader is built tough to withstand harsh applications, and boasts a comfortable, ergonomic operator area.
“The JCB 403 uses a totally new ROPS and FOPS cab to provide all-round protection from the elements, dusty working environments and potential hazards,” he says.
“Even with the cab fitted, the machine is less than 2.2m tall and only 1.1m wide when narrow tyres are fitted, so it can access the tightest sites.”
An inching control, operated by the brake pedal, enables the operator to draw on the loader’s hydraulic power to breakout and lift materials without causing unnecessary wear to the braking system and transmission.
JCB’s 406ZX wheel loader features an operating weight of 5 tonnes with optimal power-to-weight ratio. It has a lift height of up to 4.4m, allowing operators to load into trucks efficiently, but its width of 1.7m and height of 2.5m mean it’s still compact enough to fit into tight sheds and under small bridges.
“The 406ZX comes with an easy maintenance mechanical JCB Diesel engine by Kohler, offering powerful performance. The design of the machine and engine means dimensions are compact, great for small turning circles,” Cope says.
“The hydrostatic drive on this model makes it very easy to operate, even for the inexperienced. That means there’s less risk of overpowering the machine at a cost to fuel economy.”
JCB says both the 403 and the 406ZX utilise state of the art manufacturing processes such as robot machining, precision paint technology and innovative assembly techniques to achieve the highest level of quality.
“With quality design, productive performance and versatility at the core, these machines are sure to be a popular addition to our fleet,” Cope says.
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