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2014-2017
0.03 m Backhoe dump height
60.4 kw Gross power
18.03 cm Loader digging depth
51.6 kw Net power
10,600 kg Operating weight
13.21 cm Stroke

A premium high-capacity backhoe loader designed for demanding construction work, the JCB 5CX combines 51.6 kilowatt net engine power with a heavy 10,600 kg operating weight and strong hydraulic capability. Built with turbocharged diesel power and advanced maneuverability features, it suits infrastructure work, utilities installation, trenching, and material handling on complex job sites.

Net engine power 51.6 kilowatt

Gross power 60.4 kilowatt

Engine displacement 4,401 cu cm

Operating weight 10,600 kg

Loader dump height 2.71 m

Hydraulic fluid capacity 165 liters

Turbocharged-intercooled diesel engine

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Makana rating

Owner rating

| 3

Market average

AED 450,000

Starting from

AED 270,000

JCB 5CX Technical specifications

Engine

Aspiration

Turbocharged-intercooled

Bore

10.41 cm

Displacement

4401.58 cu cm

Gross power

60.4 kw

Net power

51.6 kw

Number of cylinders

4

Power measured @

2,200 rpm

Stroke

13.21 cm

Backhoe

Backhoe dump height

0.03 m

Service refill capacities

Hydraulic fluid cap

165.03 liter

Loader

Loader digging depth

18.03 cm

Loader dump height

2.71 m

General

Operating weight

10,600 kg

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JCB 5CX expert review

Reviewed by Wade A. on March 9, 2026

Overview

The JCB 5CX (2014–2017) is a high-capacity backhoe loader built for demanding excavation and construction tasks. It features a turbocharged-intercooled diesel engine producing 60.4 kilowatt gross power and operates on a heavy 10,600 kg chassis.

Expert rating: 5 stars

Pros Heavy chassis improves stability and digging performance.
Cons Larger machine size can limit maneuverability in tight spaces.

Performance & Efficiency

The turbocharged diesel engine delivers reliable power for excavation and loader operations, while the 10.6-ton operating weight improves stability during heavy digging.

In Comparison

Cat 428: Durable backhoe loader with strong dealer support.
JCB 4CX: Slightly lighter machine with comparable digging capability.
JCB 5CX: Heavier platform designed for more demanding work.

Final Verdict

Rated 5 stars, the JCB 5CX offers strong stability and performance within the AED 270,000–450,000 range.

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JCB 5CX owner rating

JCB 5CX Backhoe loaders [2014-2017]

2014-2017

Overall rating

Based on 3 ratings

4.3
performance

4.3

comfort

4.7

fuel efficiency

4.3

safety

5.0

features

4.7

5 stars

33 %

4 stars

67 %

3 stars

0 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

0 %

Pros
Heavy operating weight makes the machine very stable when digging deep trenches.
Cons
Larger size can be harder to maneuver on tight urban job sites.
performance

4.0

comfort

5.0

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

5.0

features

4.0

Pros
Strong hydraulic system handles loader and backhoe tasks smoothly.
Cons
Higher fuel consumption during continuous heavy excavation.
performance

5.0

comfort

5.0

fuel efficiency

4.0

safety

5.0

features

5.0

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Highlight differences
JCB 5CX
Cat 428
JCB 4CX
Engine
Aspiration Turbocharged-intercooled
Aspiration Mechanical turbo
Aspiration Turbocharged
Bore 10.41 cm
Bore 10.5 cm
Bore -
Displacement 4,401.58 cu cm
Displacement 4,400 cm3
Displacement -
Gross power 60.4 kw
Gross power 74 kw
Gross power -
Net power 51.6 kw
Net power 65.6 kw
Net power 72.78 kw
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders -
Number of cylinders -
Power measured @ 2,200 rpm
Power measured @ -
Power measured @ 2,200 rpm
Stroke 13.21 cm
Stroke 12.7 cm
Stroke -
Max torque -
Max torque 383 Nm
Max torque 516.02 Nm
Emissions -
Emissions Tier 3
Emissions -
Torque rise -
Torque rise 31 %
Torque rise -
Alternator supplied amperage -
Alternator supplied amperage -
Alternator supplied amperage 95 Amh
Battery amperage -
Battery amperage -
Battery amperage 120 Amh
Torque measured @ -
Torque measured @ -
Torque measured @ 1,300 rpm
Years 2014-2017
Years 1987-2025
Years 2009-2017
Market Average AED 450,000
Market Average AED 275,000
Market Average AED 420,000
Price AED 270,000
Price AED 186,000
Price AED 240,000
Backhoe
Backhoe dump height 0.03 m
Backhoe dump height 3,900 m
Backhoe dump height -
Backhoe reach from swivel -
Backhoe reach from swivel 5,600 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 5.43 m
Bucket rotation -
Bucket rotation 205 degrees
Bucket rotation -
Backhoe digging depth -
Backhoe digging depth 4,400 mm
Backhoe digging depth 4.33 m
Service refill capacities
Hydraulic fluid cap 165.03 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 95 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 132.1 liter
Cooling fluid cap -
Cooling fluid cap 18 liters
Cooling fluid cap 18.55 liter
Fuel cap -
Fuel cap 160 liter
Fuel cap 160.11 liter
Front axle fluid cap -
Front axle fluid cap 11 liters
Front axle fluid cap -
Transmission fluid cap -
Transmission fluid cap 19 liter
Transmission fluid cap 16.28 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity -
Rear axle fluid capacity 16 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity 16.28 liter
Front axle fluid capacity -
Front axle fluid capacity -
Front axle fluid capacity 16.28 liter
Loader
Loader digging depth 18.03 cm
Loader digging depth 99 mm
Loader digging depth 14.22 cm
Loader dump height 2.71 m
Loader dump height 2,755 mm
Loader dump height 2.71 m
Breakout force -
Breakout force 54.79 kN
Breakout force 6,213.77 kg
Loader dump reach -
Loader dump reach 805 mm
Loader dump reach 1.22 m
General
Operating weight 10,600 kg
Operating weight 11,000 kg
Operating weight -
Engine model -
Engine model CAT 3054C
Engine model -
Lifting capacity -
Lifting capacity 3,728 kg
Lifting capacity -
Bucket width -
Bucket width 2,409 mm
Bucket width 223 cm
Tire size -
Tire size (F) 340/80-18 , (R) 440/80-28
Tire size -
Bucket capacity -
Bucket capacity 1 m3
Bucket capacity 1.38 cu m
Max speed forward -
Max speed forward 37 kph
Max speed forward 38.14 kph
Transmission type -
Transmission type Powershuttle 4x4
Transmission type powershift
Operating voltage -
Operating voltage -
Operating voltage 12 V
Operational specifications
Arm crowding force -
Arm crowding force 36.8 kN
Arm crowding force -
Refill capacities
Engine oil cap -
Engine oil cap 9 liter
Engine oil cap 15.14 liter
Attachments
Bucket digging force -
Bucket digging force 63.4 kN
Bucket digging force 5,375.53 kg
Dimensions
Wheelbase -
Wheelbase 2.2 m
Wheelbase 2.23 m
Overall Length -
Overall Length 5 m
Overall Length 5.91 m
Overall Width -
Overall Width 2 m
Overall Width 2.38 m
Ground clearance -
Ground clearance -
Ground clearance 0.37 m
Height - top of cab -
Height - top of cab -
Height - top of cab 2.9 m
Hydraulic system
Pump flow cap -
Pump flow cap 160 lpm
Pump flow cap 81 lpm
Relief valve pressure -
Relief valve pressure 250 bar
Relief valve pressure 251.65 bar
Pump type -
Pump type Variable flow, axial piston
Pump type Open centre system with twin gear pumps and hydraulic speed control
Transmission
Max speed reverse -
Max speed reverse 37 kph
Max speed reverse 38.14 kph
Number of reverse gears -
Number of reverse gears 4
Number of reverse gears 4
Number of forward gears -
Number of forward gears 6
Number of forward gears 4
Operating specifications
Dump angle -
Dump angle 45 degrees
Dump angle -
Extended backhoe digging depth -
Extended backhoe digging depth 5.7 m
Extended backhoe digging depth 5.55 m
Extended backhoe dump height -
Extended backhoe dump height 4.5 m
Extended backhoe dump height 4.3 m
Extended backhoe dump reach -
Extended backhoe dump reach 2.5 m
Extended backhoe dump reach 3.78 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel -
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 6.5 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel -
Tires
Front tires size (2WD) -
Front tires size (2WD) -
Front tires size (2WD) 16.9x28 10PR Industrial
Rear tires size -
Rear tires size -
Rear tires size 16.9x28 10PR Industrial

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