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JCB 3DX VS CAT 424 Comparison

JCB 3DX

JCB 3DX

₹ 35 L - 38 L

CAT 424

CAT 424

₹ 34 L - 34.99 L

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JCB 3DX

JCB 3DX

₹35L

CAT 424

CAT 424

₹34L

Engine

Model
JCB 430 CRDi Stage 5 engine / JCB 430 Dieselmax engine
Cat C3.6* 55 kW Electronic
Engine Displacement
4800 cc
3600 cc
Engine Power
49 HP
75 HP
Maximum Torque
270 Nm
424 Nm
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Transmission Type
synchro-shuttle
4 forward and 4 reverse gears

Overall Dimension & Weight

Max Operating Weight
7200 kg
8760 kg
Transport Length
5900 mm
5708 mm
Width Over Stabilizer/Bucket
2350 mm
2242 mm
Wheel Base
-
-
Minimum Ground Clearance
310 mm
454 mm
Height Of Top Of Cabin
2870 mm
2928 mm

Loader General

Dump Height
2740 mm
2766 mm
Max Pay Load
1650 kg
1800 kg
Load Over Height
3320 mm
4015 mm
Dump Angle
38 degree
46 degree
Hinge Pin Height
3540 mm
3473 mm
Loader Arm Breakout Force
5635 kgf
5370 kgf
Max Reach At Full Height
1150 mm
2735 mm
Loader Bucket Capacity
1.1 Cu.m
1 Cu.m
Bucket Breakout Force
5272 kgf
3750 kgf

Backhoe

Max Dig Depth
4770 mm
4707 mm
Max Load Over Height
4180 mm
4505 mm
Max Working Height
5970 mm
4394 mm
Backhoe Bucket Capacity
0.26 Cu.m
0.27 Cu.m
Bucket Rotation
185 mm
205 mm
Dipper Tear Out Force
3257 kgf
3570 kgf
Max Lift Capacity
1490 kg
3586 kg

Hydraulic System

Pump Type
Hydraulic Pump
Variable-Flow, Axial Piston
Pump Flow
114 Lpm
132 Lpm
System Pressure
160
245
Hydraulic Oil
110 Ltr
42 Ltr

Service Capacities

Engine Oil
15 Ltr
9 Ltr
Rear Axle Oil
20 Ltr
16.5 Ltr
Transmission Oil
17.5 Ltr
14 Ltr
Hydraulic Oil
110 Ltr
42 Ltr
Fuel Tank
128 Ltr
160 Ltr
Coolant Oil
16.5 Ltr
20 Ltr

Steering & Brakes

Steering Type
Power Track Steering
Front Wheel Steering
Turning Circle Diameter
11600 mm
12.2 mm
System Pressure
160
245
Service Brake Type
JCB ‘Q’ brakes, hydraulically actuated, dual line, self adjusting (compensated), oil immersed, multi-disc type on the rear axle, well protected from dirt, water etc. requiring no maintenance. Operated
Hydraulically actuated, oil‑immersed multi‑disc brakes mounted on the rear axle.
Parking Brakes
Hand operated, disc brakes on rear axle input disc.
Mechanically applied, hydraulically released (SAHR) brake on the transmission output shaft, engaged via a hand lever. This type ensures secure parking even on gradients

Tyres & Axle

Standard Front Type
9 x 16 - 16
12 × 16.5 – 12 PR
Standard Rear Type
16.9 x 28 - 12
16.9-28
Rear Axle Description
Drive axle rigidly mounted, incorporates JCB Max-Trac torque proportioning differential, driven by short prop shaft from gear box
Heavy-duty, differential-locking rear axle for better traction in muddy or uneven ground.
Front Axle Description
Steer axle, centrally pivoted, with oscillation angle of 16
Rigid, fixed front axle for load stability.

Electrical & General

Battery Voltage
12 V
12 V
Max Forward Speed
32.3 Km/h
37 Km/h
Max Reverse Speed
5 Km/h
13 Km/h

JCB 3DX

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Pros

  • One machine does the job of a loader + excavator, making it perfect for construction, roadworks, agriculture, and municipal projects.
  • The EcoXpert engine and hydraulic system provide good mileage, reducing overall fuel and maintenance expenses.
  • JCB has excellent resale demand and easily available spare parts and service, which reduces downtime for owners.

CAT 424

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Pros

  • High torque and advanced Cat C3.6 engine deliver strong performance while optimizing fuel use (up to ~20 % savings with Eco Mode)
  • Parallel lift loader arms with high breakout force improve material handling, dump height, and tilt performance.
  • Excavator‑style boom offers better reach and bucket rotation for efficient digging and material retention