JCB: From a workshop to a global corporation

In 1945, Joseph Cyril Bamford rented a garage to build trailers for the agricultural industry. What began as a small workshop became a true success story: backhoe loaders, wheel loaders and tractors are just a small selection from JCB's broad product portfolio. The British company is now a global corporation and is one of the leading manufacturers in the construction machinery sector. Here you can find out which features farmers and local authorities alike appreciate about JCB.

What machines does JCB sell?

In the meantime, JCB has built up a large portfolio of machines, particularly for the construction, agricultural and industrial sectors. JCB is particularly well known for its wide range of machines for the logistics and transportation industry, including numerous wheel loaders, telescopic handlers and telescopic wheel loaders. Skid steer loaders and the Teletruck are also part of the JCB range - so the manufacturer can offer a suitable model for every area of application and every size.

In the agricultural sector, the company also presents its own tractor, the so-called JCB Fastrac, which is characterized by its four equally sized tires. The construction segment includes other machines such as excavators, dumpsters and aerial work platforms. In addition to agricultural and construction machinery, JCB's product range also includes generators.

What are the advantages of JCB machines?

Innovation, technology and efficiency - these are the guiding principles that JCB strives for in its machines. This is particularly noticeable when it comes to climate protection: Not only did JCB launch its first skid steer loader with e-drive in 2023 - the “conventional” vehicles also impress with their low fuel consumption. An automatic engine shutdown, which reduces the engine speed to idling level as soon as no hydraulic function is required for several seconds, ensures additional savings.

JCB always has the needs of its customers in mind: Maneuverable skid steer loaders, powerful wheel loaders and telescopic handlers with a longer reach ensure that the right machine can be found for every job. But JCB machines are also versatile. The Fastrac in particular is suitable for numerous applications in agriculture and municipal services thanks to its hydraulic chassis height adjustment for quick conversion of attachments, the third attachment space behind the cab and the four-wheel steering for optimum maneuverability. Thanks to its high driving speed of 80 km/h, it is also ideal for use on highways and motorways, e.g. for transportation.

What areas of application are JCB machines suitable for?

Thanks to their large product portfolio, JCB machines can be used for a wide range of applications. Of course, the brand is particularly well known for its construction machinery, but the compact, wheel and telescopic loaders are also suitable for work on the farm, as well as for use in municipalities, logistics and industry.

The Fastrac, one of JCB's flagship models, is just as versatile. The powerful tractor shows off its full power in agriculture, while its versatility also shines in municipal applications. Thanks to its high driving speed of up to 80 km/h, the Fastrac is also of particular interest to contractors in the agricultural logistics and contracting sectors.