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JCB 57C-1 Mini Excavator

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: JCB ➔
Model: 57C-1 ➔

The JCB 57C-1 Mini Excavator is a versatile and powerful machine designed to tackle a variety of excavation and construction tasks. With impressive capabilities such as a maximum digging depth of 13.4 feet and a bucket tearout of 3507.1 lbs, this compact excavator is ideal for navigating tight spaces while delivering exceptional performance. Equipped with a fuel-efficient engine, advanced hydraulic system, and comfortable cab, the JCB 57C-1 offers reliability, efficiency, and operator comfort for any job site.

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Blades

Approach angle	31 degrees
Blade Height	16 in (40 cm)
Blade Width	7 ft (2 m)
Dig depth (below ground)	2 ft (0 m)
Maximum height	2 ft (0 m)

Boom

Boom swing left	75 degrees
Boom swing right	55 degrees
Bucket rotation	201 degrees
Bucket tearout	3,507 lbs (1,591 kg)
Dipper rotation	126 degrees
Dipper tearout	1,978 lbs (897 kg)
Slew speed	7.9 rpm

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Digging Height	19 ft (6 m)
Max Digging Reach	20 ft (6 m)
Max Digging Reach on Ground	20 ft (6 m)
Max.Dumping Height	14 ft (4 m)
Maximum digging depth - dozer down	13 ft (4 m)
Maximum digging depth - dozer up	13 ft (4 m)
Maximum height to dipper nose pivot pin	17 ft (5 m)
Maximum vertical wallcut depth	7 ft (2 m)
Minimum front swing radius (no offset)	9 ft (3 m)

Capacities

Engine coolant	3 gal (12 l)
Engine Oil	3 gal (9 l)
Fuel Tank	20 gal (76 l)
Hydraulic system	27 gal (100 l)
Hydraulic Tank	15 gal (55 l)

Dimensions

Cab height	2,551 mm (100 in)
Cab length	341 gal (1,291 l)
Cab width	40 in (102 cm)
Ground Clearance	1 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	8 ft (3 m)
Overall width of superstructure	6 ft (2 m)
Tail Swing Radius	3 ft (1 m)
Track Gauge	5 ft (2 m)
Transport length	217 in (552 cm)
Undercarriage Overall Length	8 ft (2 m)
Width Over Tracks	3 ft (1 m)

Engine

Alternator	85 amps
Cooling system	Water cooled
Displacement	132,971 cu in (2,179,006 cu cm)
Engine Model	Stage 3A 404D-22
Fuel	Diesel
Gross Power	36 hp (27 kw)
Net Power	15 hp (11 kw)

Hydraulic System

Auxiliary hydraulic flow	24 gpm (90 lpm)
Excavator/track main relief	265 bar
Nominal output	33 gpm (126 lpm)
Slew main relief	216 bar

Operating Specifications

Operating Voltage	12 V
Operating Weight	11,830 lbs (5,366 kg)

Performance

Travel speed low	2 mph (3 kph)
Travel Speed - High	3 mph (5 kph)

Undercarriage

Number of bottom rollers per side	4
Track tension	Grease
Tractive Effort	81 lbs (37 kg)

Weights

Shipping

11,544 lbs (5,236 kg)

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