SPECS / COMPARISON
JCB 3CX4SMT vs Caterpillar 438C
A detailed comparison of the JCB 3CX4SMT and the Caterpillar 438C. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
JCB 3CX4SMT67.3 kW (90.2 HP)
Caterpillar 438C66.4 kW (89 HP)
Weight
JCB 3CX4SMT8069.4 kg (17790 lbs)
Caterpillar 438C7561.4 kg (16670 lbs)
Operating Weight
JCB 3CX4SMT8069.4 kg (17790 lbs)
Caterpillar 438C7561.4 kg (16670 lbs)
| Specification | JCB 3CX4SMT Backhoe Loaders | Caterpillar 438C Backhoe Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 67.3 kW (90.2 HP) | 66.4 kW (89 HP) |
| Weight | 8069.4 kg (17790 lbs) | 7561.4 kg (16670 lbs) |
| Pump Capacity | 136.3 LPM (36 GPM) | 162.0 LPM (42.8 GPM) |
| Lift Capacity | 3170.6 kg (6990 lbs) | — |
| Engine Manufacturer | JCB | Caterpillar |
| Engine Model | 444 | 3054 |
| Gross Power | 67.3 kW (90.2 HP) | 66.4 kW (89 HP) |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Fuel Capacity | 160.1 l (42.3 gal) | 128.3 l (33.9 gal) |
| Transmission Type | JCB 4WD | Power Shuttle |
| No Of Forward Gears | 4 | 4 |
| No Of Reverse Gears | 4 | 4 |
| Max Speed (Forward) | 36.2 km/h (22.5 mph) | 31.5 km/h (19.6 mph) |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | 36.2 km/h (22.5 mph) | 31.5 km/h (19.6 mph) |
| Pump Type | Twin Gear Pump | Piston |
| Pump Flow Capacity | 136.3 LPM (36 GPM) | 162.0 LPM (42.8 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 251.0 bar (3640 psi) | 206.8 bar (3000 psi) |
| Dig Depth | 548.6 cm (216 in) | 487.7 cm (192 in) |
| Bucket Dig Force | 6350.3 kg (14000 lbs) | — |
| Dump Height | 274.3 cm (108 in) | 274.3 cm (108 in) |
| Lift Capacity At Full Height | 3170.6 kg (6990 lbs) | — |
| Load At Max Lift Capacity | 1451.5 kg (3200 lbs) | — |
| Operating Weight | 8069.4 kg (17790 lbs) | 7561.4 kg (16670 lbs) |
| Bucket Capacity | 1.0 m³ (1.31 cu yds) | 1.0 m³ (1.31 cu yds) |
| Bucket Width | 235.0 cm (92.5 in) | 239.5 cm (94.3 in) |
| Reach From Swivel | 640.1 cm (252 in) | 579.1 cm (228 in) |
| Overall Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Overall Length | 548.6 cm (216 in) | 579.1 cm (228 in) |
| Overall Width | 243.8 cm (96 in) | 243.8 cm (96 in) |
| Transmission | — | Power Shuttle |
| Net Power | — | 63.4 kW (85 HP) |
| No Of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Displacement | — | 4000.1 cc (244.1 cu in) |
| Aspiration | — | Turbocharged |
| Power Measured | — | 2200 RPM |
| Torque Rise (Net ) | — | 0.24 |
| Operating Voltage | — | 12 V |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | — | 52 A |
| Oil Capacity | — | 7.6 l (2 gal) |
| Cooling Capacity | — | 22.0 l (5.8 gal) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | — | 79.1 l (20.9 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | — | 18.2 l (4.8 gal) |
| Front Axle Oil Capacity | — | 7.6 l (2 gal) |
| Rear Axle Oil Capacity | — | 24.2 l (6.4 gal) |
| Dig Depth (Extended) | — | 579.1 cm (228 in) |
| Loading Height | — | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Loading Height (Extended) | — | 426.7 cm (168 in) |
| Reach At Load Height | — | 182.9 cm (72 in) |
| Reach At Load Height (Extended) | — | 243.8 cm (96 in) |
| Reach At Max Dump Height | — | 91.4 cm (36 in) |
| Reach From Swivel (Extended) | — | 670.6 cm (264 in) |
| Bucket Breakout Force | — | 513937.9 kg (1133040 lbs) |
| Height To Top Of Cab | — | 304.8 cm (120 in) |
| Wheelbase | — | 213.4 cm (84 in) |
| Turning Radius | — | 823.0 cm (324 in) |
| Ground Clearance | — | 30.5 cm (12 in) |
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