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    JCB & Base Concrete: A Relationship Set In Concrete
    By: JCB
    Posted On: June 24, 2026
    The JCB TM420 has become central to Base Concrete’s operation, joining an all-JCB fleet that includes a 542-70 Loadall telescopic handler, a 3-tonne mini excavator, and a JCB generator. ...
    What Is An Excavator Bucket & How Do I Choose The Right One?
    By: JCB
    Posted On: June 22, 2026
    Drawing on our decades of experience and knowledge, we’ve put together everything you need to know about this hard-working attachment so you can make an informed choice. ...
    JCB High Productivity Arable Machines At The Cereals Event
    By: JCB
    Posted On: June 9, 2026
    JCB will showcase the new 335hp Fastrac 6300 at Cereals this month – with the tractor starring alongside the company’s most productive materials handling machines for efficient grain, bulk fertiliser and bale handling. ...
    JCB’s Biggest-Ever X Series To Debut At Hillhead
    By: JCB
    Posted On: May 25, 2026
    JCB will unveil a host of new machines and technology developments at Hillhead 2026, signalling continued investment in the quarrying, aggregates, and recycling sectors. ...
    JCB Introduces More Productive 420X Crawler Excavator
    By: JCB
    Posted On: May 13, 2026
    JCB is launching the 420X crawler excavator, a high-performance 40-tonne class machine that is primarily aimed at aggregate production, contract crushing, demolition, earthmoving, and quarrying customers. ...
    New JCB Loadall 546-70 & 555-70 Telehandlers Offer Greater Lift Capacity
    Posted On: October 30, 2025
    JCB’s Loadall 546-70 and 555-70 telehandlers offer a 7-metre lift height and greater lift capacity, tear-out force, and break-out force to farmers and contractors, plus Sway Control, IntelliAssist, and IntelliWeigh options. ...
    Historic Day As Hydrogen Diggers Get Green Light To Use UK Roads
    Posted On: April 30, 2025
    JCB today hailed a monumental Government decision to change the law to give hydrogen diggers the green light to be driven on UK roads. ...
    JCB Adds Ultra-Compact TM110 To Telemaster Loader Range
    Posted On: April 14, 2025
    JCB’s latest and smallest telescopic wheeled loader reinforces JCB Agriculture’s goal of meeting the materials handling needs of all farming, horticultural, and other rural businesses. ...
    JCB Launches 403E Full Cab Electric Ultra-Compact Loader
    Posted On: February 10, 2025
    A new version of JCB's 403E ultra-compact electric loader keeps the operator warm and snug as it eliminates at-source emissions and reduces a farm's carbon footprint. ...
    New JCB 558 Pro Telehandler Has Increased Lift Capacity, New Attachments & More
    Posted On: July 12, 2024
    JCB’s new 558 Pro rotating telescopic handler comes in two models with lift heights of 21 or 26 metres, an increased lift capacity of 5,800 kilograms, upgraded components, and new options and attachments. ...
    JCB Offers New Heated Cabin Option For Fully Electric 403E Compact Wheel Loader
    Posted On: July 11, 2024
    JCB’s first fully electric wheel loader, the 403E, now has a fully glazed cabin option with a heater, heated front and rear screens, a heated seat, and a smart preheating feature. ...
    Energy Secretary Inspired By JCB's Hydrogen Engine Innovation
    Posted On: May 30, 2024
    Claire Coutinho MP paid a visit to JCB to see for herself the progress being made on decarbonisation using hydrogen combustion engine technology. ...
    Feltham Demolition Tears Into Its Work With New 13-Tonne JCB 131X Crawler Excavator
    Posted On: February 1, 2024
    London-area demolition and dismantling company Feltham Demolition recently purchased a new 13-tonne JCB 131X crawler excavator from JCB’s X Series that’s equipped with a bucket, dipper ram guards, cab cage, and more. ...
    JCB Joins Partnership To Tackle Pothole Problem As Vehicle Damage Hits 5-Year High
    Posted On: January 26, 2024
    The AA, the National Motorcyclists Council, British Cycling, IAM RoadSmart, the British Motorcyclists Federation, and JCB have formed the Pothole Partnership to fix potholes as vehicle damage increases. ...
    Mushroom Civil Relies On JCB 245XR Crawler Excavator For Limerick Rail Project
    Posted On: January 24, 2024
    Irish groundwork and civil engineering specialist firm Mushroom Civil Ltd chose a JCB 245XR tracked excavator for work on a major rail project in Limerick due to its compact footprint and spacious cab. ...
    JCB’s Loadall 530-60 Agri Super Telehandler Brings More Power, Traction To Livestock Shed Duty
    Posted On: September 20, 2023
    JCB’s new Loadall 530-60 Agri Super telehandler with 3-tonne lift capacity and 6-metre lift height is compact in size, making it useful for pig, poultry, and dairy shed-cleaning duties. ...
    JCB To Showcase Fastrac 8330 iCON Tractor & Loadall 542-70 Agri Pro Telehandler At Lamma 2024
    Posted On: July 21, 2023
    As in past years, Lamma will take place over two days in January at Birmingham’s National Exhibition Centre. ...
    JCB Introduces Fully Electric 403E Compact Wheel Loader
    Posted On: June 12, 2023
    The new battery-electric model gives farms and horticultural businesses the same level of productivity as its diesel-powered JCB 403 version, the company says, but with zero emissions and reduced noise and vibration. ...
    MDS Civil Engineering Of Essex Acquires 21 JCB Machines, Including X Series Excavators
    Posted On: March 1, 2023
    “The huge investment JCB made in the development of the X Series excavator range has genuinely paid off,” says MDS Civil Engineering Plant & Transport Manager Patrick Delaney. ...
    Shred Station Cuts Emissions With JCB Electric Forklifts
    Posted On: January 31, 2023
    The firm, which shreds over 55,000 tonnes of paper each year, recently switched out six diesel-powered JCB Teletruks with new electric models, which the company estimates will save approximately 62,000 litres of diesel annually. ...
    JCB Power Systems Supplies Stage V Engines For Powerscreen Chieftain & Warrior Mobile Screens
    Posted On: January 16, 2023
    “To be selected by a market-leading screener manufacturer such as Powerscreen is a fantastic achievement for JCB engines,” says JCB Power Systems OEM Engines Sales and Applications Manager Jon McNulty. ...
    JCB 555-210R Telehandler Building Hinkley Point C Nuclear Power Plant For BYLOR
    Posted On: January 5, 2023
    “The JCB 555-210R rotating telehandler perfectly suits the site thanks to its size and ease of operation,” says BYLOR General Plant Manager John McCoppin. ...
    JCB Fields Its Most Compact Loadall Telehandler In The 2.7-Tonne 514-40
    Posted On: December 1, 2022
    At just 1.56 metres wide over the tyres and only 1.8 m tall, the diesel-powered 514-40 can lift up to 1,400 kilograms and has a maximum lift height of 4 m. ...
    Wraps Come Off Hydrogen Refueller As JCB Unveils Industry First
    Posted On: October 24, 2022
    “Fossil fuels are not the future and hydrogen is the practical solution to powering our machines in the decades to come,” said JCB Chairman Lord Bamford. ...
    Scottish Waste Manager J & M Murdoch Gives JCB 560-80 Stage V Wastemaster Telehandler The Nod
    Posted On: August 23, 2022
    “We choose JCB for the reliability, plus they produce machines that fit all the needs of our business,” says J & M Murdoch Managing Director Drew Murd. ...
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    Raw Material Extraction On A New Level: Volvo CE At Steinexpo 2026
    Posted 07/07/2026
    Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) will showcase its latest machines, electrification solutions and digital services at Steinexpo 2026, taking place from 2-5 September in Nieder-Ofleiden, Germany. ...
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    JCB & Base Concrete: A Relationship Set In Concrete
    Posted 24/06/2026
    The JCB TM420 has become central to Base Concrete’s operation, joining an all-JCB fleet that includes a 542-70 Loadall telescopic handler, a 3-tonne mini excavator, and a JCB generator. ...
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    What Is An Excavator Bucket & How Do I Choose The Right One?
    Posted 22/06/2026
    Drawing on our decades of experience and knowledge, we’ve put together everything you need to know about this hard-working attachment so you can make an informed choice. ...
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    Liebherr Earthmoving Machines: A Wide Range Of Solutions For Military & Security Infrastructure
    Posted 15/06/2026
    In addition to hydraulic excavators, wheel loaders and telescopic handlers, the company also manufactures crawler dozers and carrier vehicles, such as the TA 230 articulated dump truck. ...
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    JCB High Productivity Arable Machines At The Cereals Event
    Posted 09/06/2026
    JCB will showcase the new 335hp Fastrac 6300 at Cereals this month – with the tractor starring alongside the company’s most productive materials handling machines for efficient grain, bulk fertiliser and bale handling. ...
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    Case Construction Equipment Returns To Hillhead 2026 With Industry-Leading Machines, Live Demonstrations & Customer Support Expertise
    Posted 04/06/2026
    Case Construction Equipment is set to make a strong return to Hillhead 2026, showcasing a powerful lineup of advanced machinery and much more at Stand X10. ...
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    Grove GMK5150XL Deployed On Restoration Of 200-Year-Old Windmill
    Posted 03/06/2026
    The reach and strength of the Grove GMK5150XL all-terrain crane helped restore a windmill in the Netherlands that is over 200 years old. ...
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    Volvo Construction Equipment brings EWR150 Electric to market in Europe
    Posted 02/06/2026
    Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is bringing its first fully electric wheeled excavator, the EWR150 Electric, to market, with Europe becoming the first region where customers can access the zero-emission machine. ...
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    Buller Krane Enhances Rental Fleet With 120-Tonne Grove GMK5120L All-Terrain Crane
    Posted 29/05/2026
    A Grove GMK5120L all-terrain crane has joined the rental fleet of Buller Krane, a fifth-generation family business based in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. ...
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    JCB’s Biggest-Ever X Series To Debut At Hillhead
    Posted 25/05/2026
    JCB will unveil a host of new machines and technology developments at Hillhead 2026, signalling continued investment in the quarrying, aggregates, and recycling sectors. ...
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