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| Key Highlights | Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
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| Particulars | Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
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The JCB 3DX and Escorts Digmax Super are both robust backhoe loaders designed for efficiency and high productivity in construction and excavation tasks. The JCB 3DX stands out with its fuel efficiency and digging forces, while the Escorts Digmax Super shines with greater engine power and shovel capacity.
Your choice between the JCB 3DX and Escorts Digmax Super should be based on specific requirements such as engine power and dig depth. If you require a backhoe loader with higher operational speed and payload capacity, the Escorts Digmax Super may be more suitable. However, if you prioritize better fuel economy and bucket digging force within a comparable price range, the JCB 3DX could be the way to go.
| Brand | Escorts Kubota Backhoe Loader | JCB Backhoe Loader |
|---|---|---|
| Type | 2WD/4WD | 2WD/4WD |
| Price | ₹ 35-37 Lakhs | ₹ 32-34 Lakhs |
| Engine | Escorts 74.5 HP | JCB 49 HP |
| Bucket | 0.26 m³ | 0.26 m³ |
| Shovel | 1.2 m³ | 1.0 m³ |
| Max Digging Depth | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Max Dump Height | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
| Weight | 8190 Kg | 7200 Kg |
| Quick Overview: | With faster cycle times and excellent fuel economy, the Escorts DIGMAX SUPER backhoe loader guarantees reliable performance in demanding construction environments. |
The JCB 3DX backhoe loader is one of India’s most popular construction machines, valued for its power, efficiency, and versatility. Powered by a Stage 5–430 DieselMax engine producing 49 HP, it delivers reliable digging, loading, and lifting performance with up to 10% lower fuel consumption. With an operating weight of 7,510 kg, high torque output, and low maintenance requirements, the JCB 3DX offers excellent productivity, durability, and strong resale value for contractors nationwide. As part of the trusted product range from JCB, the 3DX price in India typically ranges between ₹32 lakh and ₹34 lakh (ex-showroom). |
The JCB 3DX and Escorts Digmax Super are both robust backhoe loaders designed for efficiency and high productivity in construction and excavation tasks. The JCB 3DX stands out with its fuel efficiency and digging forces, while the Escorts Digmax Super shines with greater engine power and shovel capacity.
Your choice between the JCB 3DX and Escorts Digmax Super should be based on specific requirements such as engine power and dig depth. If you require a backhoe loader with higher operational speed and payload capacity, the Escorts Digmax Super may be more suitable. However, if you prioritize better fuel economy and bucket digging force within a comparable price range, the JCB 3DX could be the way to go.
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Brand | |
| Escorts Kubota Backhoe Loader | JCB Backhoe Loader |
| Type | |
| 2WD/4WD | 2WD/4WD |
| Price | |
| ₹ 35-37 Lakhs | ₹ 32-34 Lakhs |
| Engine | |
| Escorts 74.5 HP | JCB 49 HP |
| Bucket | |
| 0.26 m³ | 0.26 m³ |
| Shovel | |
| 1.2 m³ | 1.0 m³ |
| Max Digging Depth | |
| 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Max Dump Height | |
| 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
| Weight | |
| 8190 Kg | 7200 Kg |
| Quick Overview: | |
With faster cycle times and excellent fuel economy, the Escorts DIGMAX SUPER backhoe loader guarantees reliable performance in demanding construction environments. |
The JCB 3DX backhoe loader is one of India’s most popular construction machines, valued for its power, efficiency, and versatility. Powered by a Stage 5–430 DieselMax engine producing 49 HP, it delivers reliable digging, loading, and lifting performance with up to 10% lower fuel consumption. With an operating weight of 7,510 kg, high torque output, and low maintenance requirements, the JCB 3DX offers excellent productivity, durability, and strong resale value for contractors nationwide. As part of the trusted product range from JCB, the 3DX price in India typically ranges between ₹32 lakh and ₹34 lakh (ex-showroom). |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Engine Make | Escorts E4.346CRS4 | JCB 430 |
| Fuel Tank | 134 L | 128 L |
| Max Torque | 340 Nm @ 1400 RPM | 270 Nm @ 1320 RPM |
| Max Speed | 36.0 km/hr | 32.3 km/hr |
| Hydraulic System | 80 L | 92 L |
| Max Working Height | 6300 mm | 5970 mm |
| Excavator Max Lift Capacity | 1554 kg | 1490 kg |
| Loader Load Over Height | 4390 mm | 4180 mm |
| Overall Length | 6280 mm | 6000 mm |
| Wheel Base | 2140 mm | 2170 mm |
| Bucket Digging Force | 6018 kgf | 5959 kgf |
| Shovel Breakout Force | 6425 kgf | 5272 kgf |
| Warranty | 1 Year | 1 Yr. / 2000 hr. |
| AC Cabin | Optional | Optional |
| GPS | Standard | Standard |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | |
| Escorts E4.346CRS4 | JCB 430 |
| Fuel Tank | |
| 134 L | 128 L |
| Max Torque | |
| 340 Nm @ 1400 RPM | 270 Nm @ 1320 RPM |
| Max Speed | |
| 36.0 km/hr | 32.3 km/hr |
| Hydraulic System | |
| 80 L | 92 L |
| Max Working Height | |
| 6300 mm | 5970 mm |
| Excavator Max Lift Capacity | |
| 1554 kg | 1490 kg |
| Loader Load Over Height | |
| 4390 mm | 4180 mm |
| Overall Length | |
| 6280 mm | 6000 mm |
| Wheel Base | |
| 2140 mm | 2170 mm |
| Bucket Digging Force | |
| 6018 kgf | 5959 kgf |
| Shovel Breakout Force | |
| 6425 kgf | 5272 kgf |
| Warranty | |
| 1 Year | 1 Yr. / 2000 hr. |
| AC Cabin | |
| Optional | Optional |
| GPS | |
| Standard | Standard |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Model | Escorts 74.5 HP | JCB 49 HP |
| Type | Proven; powerful and fuel efficient; water cooled tubocharged diesel engine. CEV - IV emission noms | CRDi Stage 5 Engine, 4 cylinder, water cooled, Turbocharged with EGR and aftertreatment system DOC and DPF. |
| Gross Power | 74.5 HP (55 kW) @ 2200 RPM | 49 HP (37 kW) @ 2050 RPM |
| Max Torque | 340 Nm @ 1400 RPM | 270 Nm @ 1320 RPM |
| Displacement | NA | 3.0 L |
| Battery | 12V 150 Ah | 12V |
| Alternator | 90A | 130A |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Type | 4F + 4R speeds; Syncro shift reversing shuttle | JCB synchroshuttle transmission |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Type | Hydrostatic power steering in front wheel. | Power track steering rod system provides equal turn steering & quick response with less operating force. |
| Working Pressure | 120 bar | 160 bar |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Inner Wheels Braked - Outside Loader Bucket | NA | 8640 mm |
| Inner Wheels Braked - Outside Wheels | NA | 6200 mm |
| Inner Wheels not Braked - Outside Loader Bucket | NA | 11600 mm |
| Inner Wheels not Braked - Outside Wheels | NA | 8940 mm |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Service | Hydraulically actuated dual line ; self adjusting oil immersed; multi disc type on rear axle. | JCB ‘Q’ brakes; hydraulically actuated; dual line; self adjusting (compensated); oil immersed; multi-disc ype on the rear axle; well protected from dirt; water etc. equiring no maintenance. |
| Parking | Hand operated caliper disc brakes . | Hand operated; disc brakes on rear axle input disc. |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Front | 9.00 x 16 - 16 PR | 9 x 16 - 16 PR |
| Rear | 16.9 x 28 - 12 PR ( Industrial ) | 16.9 x 28 - 12 PR (Industrial) |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Forward- 1st gear | 5.3 km/hr | 5 km/hr |
| Reverse- 1st gear | 4.6 km/hr | 5 km/hr |
| Forward- 2nd gear | 8.5 km/hr | 8 km/hr |
| Reverse- 2nd gear | 7.0 km/hr | 5 km/hr |
| Forward- 3rd gear | 18.2 km/hr | 17 km/hr |
| Reverse- 3rd gear | Not recommended | Not Recommeded |
| Forward- 4th gear | 36.0 km/hr | 32.3 km/hr |
| Reverse- 4th gear | Not recommended | Not Recommeded |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Type | Tandem Gear Pump; Fixed flow open center two pump unloading energy efficient hydraulic system. | Filtration through suction strainer and return line ‘JCB Filtromatic Filter’. |
| Maximum Pump Flow | 116 L/min @ 2000 RPM | 114 L/min @ 2000 RPM |
| System Pressure | 225 bar | 270 bar |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Rear Axle | Rear drive axle; rigidly mounted to chassis | Drive axle rigidly mounted; incorporates JCB Max-Trac torque proportioning differential; driven by short propshaft from gear box. |
| Front Axle | Front steer axle with 16 oscillation for maximum ground contact in an undulated condition. | Steer axle; centrally pivoted; with oscillation angle of 16 |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Fuel Tank | 134 L | 128 L |
| Engine Coolant | 15 L | 16.5 L |
| Engine Oil | 11.5 L | 15 L |
| Hydraulic Tank | NA | NA |
| Hydraulic System | 80 L | 92 L |
| Transmission | 16.5 L | 17.5 L |
| Rear Axle | 17.1 L | 20 L |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Maximum Digging Depth | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Reach-Ground Level to Rear Wheel Centre | 6970 mm | 6720 mm |
| Reach-Ground Level to Slew Centre | 5650 mm | 5400 mm |
| Reach at Full Height to Slew Centre | 2230 mm | 2900 mm |
| Side Reach to Centre Line of Machine | 6000 mm | 6020 mm |
| Maximum Working Height | 6300 mm | 5970 mm |
| Maximum Load Over Height | 4390 mm | 4180 mm |
| Bucket Rotation Angle | 187° | 185° |
| Bucket Digging force | 6018 kgf | 5959 kgf |
| Arm Digging force | 3250 kgf | 3257 kgf |
| Maximum Lift Capacity | 1554 kg | 1490 kg |
| Standard Bucket Capacity | 0.26 m³ | 0.26 m³ |
| Standard Bucket Width | NA | 790 mm |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Dump Height | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
| Load Over Height | 3510 mm | 3320 mm |
| Pin Height | 3700 mm | 3540 mm |
| Pin Forward Reach | 430 mm | 250 mm |
| Reach At Ground | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Maximum Reach at Full Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
| Max Reach Full Height Dumped | 850 mm | 880 mm |
| Below Ground Level Dig Depth | 130 mm | 70 mm |
| Rollback at Ground | 45° | 45° |
| Dump Angle | 45° | 38° |
| Shovel Breakout Force | 6425 kgf | 5272 kgf |
| Loader Arm Breakout Force | 5777 kgf | 5635 kgf |
| Maximum Payload | 1980 kg | 1650 kg |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX | |
| Machine Weight | 8190 kg | 7200 kg |
| Overall Length | 6280 mm | 6000 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2140 mm | 2170 mm |
| Slew Centre to Rear Axle Centre | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 350 mm | 310 mm |
| Slew Ground Clearance | 590 mm | 510 mm |
| Height of Cabin | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
| Overall Height | 3780 mm | 3610 mm |
| Track Width-Rear | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Track Width-Front | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Width Over Bucket | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Model | |
| Escorts 74.5 HP | JCB 49 HP |
| Type | |
| Proven; powerful and fuel efficient; water cooled tubocharged diesel engine. CEV - IV emission noms | CRDi Stage 5 Engine, 4 cylinder, water cooled, Turbocharged with EGR and aftertreatment system DOC and DPF. |
| Gross Power | |
| 74.5 HP (55 kW) @ 2200 RPM | 49 HP (37 kW) @ 2050 RPM |
| Max Torque | |
| 340 Nm @ 1400 RPM | 270 Nm @ 1320 RPM |
| Displacement | |
| NA | 3.0 L |
| Battery | |
| 12V 150 Ah | 12V |
| Alternator | |
| 90A | 130A |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Type | |
| 4F + 4R speeds; Syncro shift reversing shuttle | JCB synchroshuttle transmission |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Type | |
| Hydrostatic power steering in front wheel. | Power track steering rod system provides equal turn steering & quick response with less operating force. |
| Working Pressure | |
| 120 bar | 160 bar |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Inner Wheels Braked - Outside Loader Bucket | |
| NA | 8640 mm |
| Inner Wheels Braked - Outside Wheels | |
| NA | 6200 mm |
| Inner Wheels not Braked - Outside Loader Bucket | |
| NA | 11600 mm |
| Inner Wheels not Braked - Outside Wheels | |
| NA | 8940 mm |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Service | |
| Hydraulically actuated dual line ; self adjusting oil immersed; multi disc type on rear axle. | JCB ‘Q’ brakes; hydraulically actuated; dual line; self adjusting (compensated); oil immersed; multi-disc ype on the rear axle; well protected from dirt; water etc. equiring no maintenance. |
| Parking | |
| Hand operated caliper disc brakes . | Hand operated; disc brakes on rear axle input disc. |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Front | |
| 9.00 x 16 - 16 PR | 9 x 16 - 16 PR |
| Rear | |
| 16.9 x 28 - 12 PR ( Industrial ) | 16.9 x 28 - 12 PR (Industrial) |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Forward- 1st gear | |
| 5.3 km/hr | 5 km/hr |
| Reverse- 1st gear | |
| 4.6 km/hr | 5 km/hr |
| Forward- 2nd gear | |
| 8.5 km/hr | 8 km/hr |
| Reverse- 2nd gear | |
| 7.0 km/hr | 5 km/hr |
| Forward- 3rd gear | |
| 18.2 km/hr | 17 km/hr |
| Reverse- 3rd gear | |
| Not recommended | Not Recommeded |
| Forward- 4th gear | |
| 36.0 km/hr | 32.3 km/hr |
| Reverse- 4th gear | |
| Not recommended | Not Recommeded |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Type | |
| Tandem Gear Pump; Fixed flow open center two pump unloading energy efficient hydraulic system. | Filtration through suction strainer and return line ‘JCB Filtromatic Filter’. |
| Maximum Pump Flow | |
| 116 L/min @ 2000 RPM | 114 L/min @ 2000 RPM |
| System Pressure | |
| 225 bar | 270 bar |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Rear Axle | |
| Rear drive axle; rigidly mounted to chassis | Drive axle rigidly mounted; incorporates JCB Max-Trac torque proportioning differential; driven by short propshaft from gear box. |
| Front Axle | |
| Front steer axle with 16 oscillation for maximum ground contact in an undulated condition. | Steer axle; centrally pivoted; with oscillation angle of 16 |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | |
| 134 L | 128 L |
| Engine Coolant | |
| 15 L | 16.5 L |
| Engine Oil | |
| 11.5 L | 15 L |
| Hydraulic Tank | |
| NA | NA |
| Hydraulic System | |
| 80 L | 92 L |
| Transmission | |
| 16.5 L | 17.5 L |
| Rear Axle | |
| 17.1 L | 20 L |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Maximum Digging Depth | |
| 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Reach-Ground Level to Rear Wheel Centre | |
| 6970 mm | 6720 mm |
| Reach-Ground Level to Slew Centre | |
| 5650 mm | 5400 mm |
| Reach at Full Height to Slew Centre | |
| 2230 mm | 2900 mm |
| Side Reach to Centre Line of Machine | |
| 6000 mm | 6020 mm |
| Maximum Working Height | |
| 6300 mm | 5970 mm |
| Maximum Load Over Height | |
| 4390 mm | 4180 mm |
| Bucket Rotation Angle | |
| 187° | 185° |
| Bucket Digging force | |
| 6018 kgf | 5959 kgf |
| Arm Digging force | |
| 3250 kgf | 3257 kgf |
| Maximum Lift Capacity | |
| 1554 kg | 1490 kg |
| Standard Bucket Capacity | |
| 0.26 m³ | 0.26 m³ |
| Standard Bucket Width | |
| NA | 790 mm |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Dump Height | |
| 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
| Load Over Height | |
| 3510 mm | 3320 mm |
| Pin Height | |
| 3700 mm | 3540 mm |
| Pin Forward Reach | |
| 430 mm | 250 mm |
| Reach At Ground | |
| 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Maximum Reach at Full Height | |
| 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
| Max Reach Full Height Dumped | |
| 850 mm | 880 mm |
| Below Ground Level Dig Depth | |
| 130 mm | 70 mm |
| Rollback at Ground | |
| 45° | 45° |
| Dump Angle | |
| 45° | 38° |
| Shovel Breakout Force | |
| 6425 kgf | 5272 kgf |
| Loader Arm Breakout Force | |
| 5777 kgf | 5635 kgf |
| Maximum Payload | |
| 1980 kg | 1650 kg |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX |
|---|---|
| Machine Weight | |
| 8190 kg | 7200 kg |
| Overall Length | |
| 6280 mm | 6000 mm |
| Wheelbase | |
| 2140 mm | 2170 mm |
| Slew Centre to Rear Axle Centre | |
| 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Minimum Ground Clearance | |
| 350 mm | 310 mm |
| Slew Ground Clearance | |
| 590 mm | 510 mm |
| Height of Cabin | |
| 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
| Overall Height | |
| 3780 mm | 3610 mm |
| Track Width-Rear | |
| 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Track Width-Front | |
| 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Width Over Bucket | |
| 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
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