JCB JS160W Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: JCB ➔
Model: JS160W ➔

The JCB JS160W Excavator combines power and efficiency in a compact and versatile machine. With a range of options for boom and stick configurations, this excavator offers impressive capabilities such as a maximum cutting height of up to 32.9 feet and a digging depth of 20.5 feet. Equipped with a reliable JCB EcoMAX engine and a load-sensed hydraulic system, this excavator delivers high performance and precision for various construction and excavation tasks. Explore the detailed specifications below to discover the full capabilities of the JCB JS160W.

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Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	30.20 ft (9.20 m)
Max Digging Depth	17.80 ft (5.43 m)
Max Loading Height	21.10 ft (6.43 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	27.80 ft (8.47 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	14.80 ft (4.51 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	9.10 ft (2.77 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	26.80 ft (8.17 m)

Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	31.60 ft (9.63 m)
Max Digging Depth	19.30 ft (5.88 m)
Max Loading Height	22.30 ft (6.80 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	29.20 ft (8.90 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	16.60 ft (5.06 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	9.10 ft (2.77 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	26.70 ft (8.14 m)

Boom/Stick Mobile Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	32.90 ft (10.03 m)
Max Digging Depth	20.50 ft (6.25 m)
Max Loading Height	23.50 ft (7.16 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	30.50 ft (9.30 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	18.50 ft (5.64 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	10.70 ft (3.26 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	27.30 ft (8.32 m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	1.20 ft (0.37 m)
Height - Top of Cab	10.10 ft (3.08 m)
Overall Width - Outriggers Down	8.20 ft (2.50 m)
Upper Structure Clearance	4.20 ft (1.28 m)

Engine

Alternator	55 amps
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Cooling system	Large capacity radiator
Displacement	268.50 cu in (4,399.94 cu cm)
Engine Model	JCB EcoMAX 444 TCA EU Stage IV EPA Tier 4 Final compliant
Engine Type	4-stroke 4-cyclinder in-line common rail direct injection turbo charged and intercooled diesel
Net Power	109.00 hp (81.28 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2200 rpm
Rated power	125.00 hp (93.21 kw)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	50 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	4.40 gal (16.65 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	3.90 gal (14.76 l)
Front Diff Fluid Capacity	3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Fuel Capacity	63.50 gal (240.35 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	73.00 gpm (276.31 lpm)
Hydraulic Pump Type	load-sensed hydraulic system with twin variable flow piston pumps roviding flow on demand for maximum efficiency
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	32.80 gal (124.15 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4975 psi
Operating Voltage	24 V
Operating Weight	33,303.10 lbs (15,106.05 kg)
Oscillating Axle Angle	17 degrees
Rear Diff Fluid Capacity	3.20 gal (12.11 l)
Tire Size	twins: 10x20 16PR single: 18R19.5 (Radials)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

11.3 rpm

Transmission

Max Travel Speed	15.60 mph (25.11 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	2
Number of Reverse Gears	2
Transmission Type	hydrostatic powershift

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