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| Key Highlights | Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus |
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| Particulars | Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus |
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The Escorts Digmax Super and JCB 3DX Plus are closely matched in terms of engine power and bucket capacity, but they differ in lift capacities, digging depths, and hydraulic forces. The Digmax Super appears to be slightly more robust in technical specifications while the JCB 3DX Plus offers a combination of advanced hydraulics and better torque which might appeal to certain users. Pricing can be a deciding factor as the JCB 3DX Plus is more affordable.
The choice between Escorts Digmax Super and JCB 3DX Plus should be based on the specific needs and budget of the user. The Digmax Super offers better lifting and digging capabilities with a slightly higher cost, which might be suitable for heavy-duty applications. On the other hand, the JCB 3DX Plus is more economically priced and offers advanced hydraulic systems with better torque, making it a strong competitor for general construction work. Factor in the cost, desired features, and intended usage to make the best choice.
| Brand | Escorts Kubota Backhoe Loader | JCB Backhoe Loader |
|---|---|---|
| Type | 2WD/4WD | 2WD/4WD |
| Price | ₹ 35-37 Lakhs | ₹ 35-39 Lakhs |
| Engine | Escorts 74.5 HP | JCB 74 HP |
| Bucket | 0.26 m³ | 0.26 m³ |
| Shovel | 1.2 m³ | 1.1 m³ |
| Max Digging Depth | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Max Dump Height | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
| Weight | 8190 Kg | 7510 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 Plus Backhoe Loader delivers strong performance and efficiency with a 74 HP Stage 5-430 DieselMax engine producing high torque for demanding job sites. Available in 2WD, 4WD, and 4WD high-dump variants, it supports construction, excavation, loading, and material handling work. The machine offers a 1.1 cu.m loader bucket and optimized hydraulics for higher productivity. With a comfortable ROPS/FOPS cabin, low fuel consumption, and easy maintenance, the JCB 3DX Plus price in India typically ranges between ₹35 lakh and ₹39 lakh (ex-showroom) from JCB. |
The Escorts Digmax Super and JCB 3DX Plus are closely matched in terms of engine power and bucket capacity, but they differ in lift capacities, digging depths, and hydraulic forces. The Digmax Super appears to be slightly more robust in technical specifications while the JCB 3DX Plus offers a combination of advanced hydraulics and better torque which might appeal to certain users. Pricing can be a deciding factor as the JCB 3DX Plus is more affordable.
The choice between Escorts Digmax Super and JCB 3DX Plus should be based on the specific needs and budget of the user. The Digmax Super offers better lifting and digging capabilities with a slightly higher cost, which might be suitable for heavy-duty applications. On the other hand, the JCB 3DX Plus is more economically priced and offers advanced hydraulic systems with better torque, making it a strong competitor for general construction work. Factor in the cost, desired features, and intended usage to make the best choice.
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus |
|---|---|
| Brand | |
| Escorts Kubota Backhoe Loader | JCB Backhoe Loader |
| Type | |
| 2WD/4WD | 2WD/4WD |
| Price | |
| ₹ 35-37 Lakhs | ₹ 35-39 Lakhs |
| Engine | |
| Escorts 74.5 HP | JCB 74 HP |
| Bucket | |
| 0.26 m³ | 0.26 m³ |
| Shovel | |
| 1.2 m³ | 1.1 m³ |
| Max Digging Depth | |
| 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Max Dump Height | |
| 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
| Weight | |
| 8190 Kg | 7510 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 Plus Backhoe Loader delivers strong performance and efficiency with a 74 HP Stage 5-430 DieselMax engine producing high torque for demanding job sites. Available in 2WD, 4WD, and 4WD high-dump variants, it supports construction, excavation, loading, and material handling work. The machine offers a 1.1 cu.m loader bucket and optimized hydraulics for higher productivity. With a comfortable ROPS/FOPS cabin, low fuel consumption, and easy maintenance, the JCB 3DX Plus price in India typically ranges between ₹35 lakh and ₹39 lakh (ex-showroom) from JCB. |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus | |
| Engine Make | Escorts E4.346CRS4 | JCB 430 |
| Fuel Tank | 134 L | 128 L |
| Max Torque | 340 Nm @ 1400 RPM | 440 Nm @ 1150 RPM |
| Max Speed | 36.0 km/hr | 36 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 Plus |
|---|---|
| Engine Make | |
| Escorts E4.346CRS4 | JCB 430 |
| Fuel Tank | |
| 134 L | 128 L |
| Max Torque | |
| 340 Nm @ 1400 RPM | 440 Nm @ 1150 RPM |
| Max Speed | |
| 36.0 km/hr | 36 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 Plus | |
| Model | Escorts 74.5 HP | JCB 74 HP |
| Type | Proven; powerful and fuel efficient; water cooled tubocharged diesel engine. CEV - IV emission noms | 4 cylinder; water cooled; Turbocharged with EGR and aftertreatment system DOC and DPF. |
| Gross Power | 74.5 HP (55 kW) @ 2200 RPM | 74 HP (55 kW) @ 2200 RPM |
| Max Torque | 340 Nm @ 1400 RPM | 440 Nm @ 1150 RPM |
| Displacement | NA | 3.0 L |
| Battery | 12V 150 Ah | 12V |
| Alternator | 90A | 130A |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus | |
| Type | 4F + 4R speeds; Syncro shift reversing shuttle | JCB synchroshuttle transmission |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus | |
| 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 Plus | |
| 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 Plus | |
| 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 type on the rear axle; well protected from dirt; water etc. requiring no maintenance. |
| Parking | Hand operated caliper disc brakes . | Hand operated; disc brakes on rear axle input disc. |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus | |
| 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 Plus | |
| Forward- 1st gear | 5.3 km/hr | 6.5 km/hr |
| Reverse- 1st gear | 4.6 km/hr | 6.5 km/hr |
| Forward- 2nd gear | 8.5 km/hr | 10.5 km/hr |
| Reverse- 2nd gear | 7.0 km/hr | 10.5 km/hr |
| Forward- 3rd gear | 18.2 km/hr | 19.8 km/hr |
| Reverse- 3rd gear | Not recommended | Not Recommeded |
| Forward- 4th gear | 36.0 km/hr | 36 km/hr |
| Reverse- 4th gear | Not recommended | Not Recommeded |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus | |
| 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 Plus | |
| 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 Plus | |
| Fuel Tank | 134 L | 128 L |
| Engine Coolant | 15 L | 20.5 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 Plus | |
| 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 Plus | |
| 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 | 1800 kg |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus | |
| Machine Weight | 8190 kg | 7510 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 Plus |
|---|---|
| Model | |
| Escorts 74.5 HP | JCB 74 HP |
| Type | |
| Proven; powerful and fuel efficient; water cooled tubocharged diesel engine. CEV - IV emission noms | 4 cylinder; water cooled; Turbocharged with EGR and aftertreatment system DOC and DPF. |
| Gross Power | |
| 74.5 HP (55 kW) @ 2200 RPM | 74 HP (55 kW) @ 2200 RPM |
| Max Torque | |
| 340 Nm @ 1400 RPM | 440 Nm @ 1150 RPM |
| Displacement | |
| NA | 3.0 L |
| Battery | |
| 12V 150 Ah | 12V |
| Alternator | |
| 90A | 130A |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus |
|---|---|
| Type | |
| 4F + 4R speeds; Syncro shift reversing shuttle | JCB synchroshuttle transmission |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus |
|---|---|
| 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 Plus |
|---|---|
| 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 Plus |
|---|---|
| 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 type on the rear axle; well protected from dirt; water etc. requiring no maintenance. |
| Parking | |
| Hand operated caliper disc brakes . | Hand operated; disc brakes on rear axle input disc. |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus |
|---|---|
| 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 Plus |
|---|---|
| Forward- 1st gear | |
| 5.3 km/hr | 6.5 km/hr |
| Reverse- 1st gear | |
| 4.6 km/hr | 6.5 km/hr |
| Forward- 2nd gear | |
| 8.5 km/hr | 10.5 km/hr |
| Reverse- 2nd gear | |
| 7.0 km/hr | 10.5 km/hr |
| Forward- 3rd gear | |
| 18.2 km/hr | 19.8 km/hr |
| Reverse- 3rd gear | |
| Not recommended | Not Recommeded |
| Forward- 4th gear | |
| 36.0 km/hr | 36 km/hr |
| Reverse- 4th gear | |
| Not recommended | Not Recommeded |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus |
|---|---|
| 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 Plus |
|---|---|
| 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 Plus |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | |
| 134 L | 128 L |
| Engine Coolant | |
| 15 L | 20.5 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 Plus |
|---|---|
| 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 Plus |
|---|---|
| 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 | 1800 kg |
| Escorts Digmax Super | JCB 3DX Plus |
|---|---|
| Machine Weight | |
| 8190 kg | 7510 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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