JCB | HIGH MOBILITY ENGINEER EXCAVATOR - TYPE I

FAST FACTS
JCB Military HMEE - Type I
• 60 mph Top Speed

• 24V electrics

• Low profile cab suitable for drive–on C130

transportation without modification

• Blackout facility for night operation

• Integral lifting, recovery and tie down points

• Wide array of attachments

• Side shift fork carriage

• Full suspension for high speed and

cross–country travel

• ABS braking system

• Large cab with seating for operator and

passenger, both with 3 point seat belts

• Wheels and tires with runflat capability

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MAX. ENGINE POWER: 200hp (149kW)
MAX. BACKHOE DIG DEPTH: 12ft 11in (3.94 meters)
MAX. LOADER CAPACITY: 1.3 cu yd (1.0m3)

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PERFORMANCE DIMENSIONS

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ft-in (m) ft-in (m)
A Overall length (with full ancillaries) 30–5 (9.27) D Wheelbase 10–0 (3.06)
B Overall height 12–8 (3.86) E Ground clearance – kingpost 2–8 (0.82)
C Height to top of cab 8–9 (2.67) F Width – shovel 8–0 (2.44)

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GROUND LINE ANGLES

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A Approach angle 36.5
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B Interface angle, travel mode 148
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C Departure angle 31.5
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BACKHOE DIMENSIONS BACKHOE ATTACHMENTS

Std Dipper STANDARD PROFILE BUCKET CAPACITY SAE J/ISO 74511 WEIGHT
ft-in (m) WIDTH* in (mm) RATED ft3 (m3) STRUCK ft3 (m3) +TEETH lb (kg) TEETH
A SAE max dig depth 12–11 (3.94) 24 (610) 6 (0.17) 4.5 (0.13) 310 (140) 4
SAE 2ft flat bottom 12–9 (3.89) *Including sidecutters. Width less sidecutters deduct 25mm (1in). †Capacity in cu yd
Maximum dig depth 12–11 (3.94)
B Reach – ground level to rear wheel center 21–5 (6.54)
C Reach – ground level to slew center 17–3 (5.25)
D Reach – at full height to slew center 9–4 (2.85)
LOADER DIMENSIONS
E Side reach – to center line of machine 17–3 (5.25)
F SAE maximum operating height 18–6 (5.63) Shovel type – 1.3 [Link]. 4 in 1 Multi-Purpose on Quick Hitch ft–in (m)
G Maximum loadover height 12–8 (3.86) M Dump height SAE J732 9–7 (2.92)
J Bucket rotation degrees 204o N Loadover height 12–1 (3.70)
O Pin height 12–11 (3.96)
P Pin forward reach 2–5 (0.75)
Q Reach at ground (Toe plate horizontal) 7–10 (2.39)
BACKHOE PERFORMANCE R Max. reach at full height 6–5 (1.96)
S Reach at full height fully dumped 4–8 (1.43)
Std Dipper T Dig depth 0–5 (0.14)
Bucket tearout SAE J1179 speed 9,650lbs (4378kg) U Rollback at ground degrees 48o
Power 11,311lbf (5131kgf) V Dump angle degrees 45o
Dipper tearout SAE J1179 6,975lbf (3164kgf)
Lift capacity over end SAE J31 2,860lbf (1300kgf)

LOADER ATTACHMENTS
LOADER PERFORMANCE 4 IN 1 MULTI PURPOSE – CAPACITY SAE
WIDTH ft–in (m) RATED yd3 (m3) STRUCK yd3 (m3)
Shovel Type – 1.3 cu. yd. 4 in 1 Multi-Purpose on Quick Hitch (ISO 7546)
8–0 (2.44) 1.32 (1.00) 1.06 (0.81)
Shovel breakout lbf (kgf) SAE J732 9,000 (4082)
Loader arm breakout lbf (kgf) SAE J732 5,070 (2300)
Lift capacity to full heightlb (kg) SAE J732 5,070 (2300)

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ENGINE MULTI MODE SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Conforming to EPA 02 on highway emissions limits, the full authority electronic engine delivers good fuel consumption, the ability to use Full suspension with optimized spring rates and damping gives increased mobility and operator comfort and predictable
pump diesel or aviation turbine fuels such as JP8 or F34 and optimized torque and power curves. handling on highway.
Two stage dry type air filter has primary and safety elements. The suspension system allows the operator to select one of four suspension modes –
• Travel mode – full suspension for travel on and off highway
Make Cummins • Transport / Maintenance mode – lowers suspension for tie-down, storage or workshop
Model QSB 6.7 • Loader mode – front axle locked for maximum stability, rear axle oscillates
Displacement/Lt 6.7 • Backhoe mode – rear axle locked, front axle oscillates
No. cylinders 6
Bore size/mm 102
Stroke/mm 120 TRANSMISSION
Aspiration Turbocharged with charge air cooling
Air filter Dual element, dry filter The ZF Ergopower transmission allows full power gear shifts without loss of speed or momentum. Gear shifts can be
Cold start Inlet grid heater under operator control or fully automatic. Electrically operated reversing shuttle enables fast loading cycle times. Torque
converter and low first and second gear ratios give excellent tractive effort for loading and sitestripping. Transmission
Power rating to: ISO/TR 14396 & SAE J1995
controlled torque convertor lock-up gives improved fuel economy and on-highway performance.
Gross power @ 2300 rpm 200hp (149kW) • Easy to use column mounted electric switch controls both machine direction and gear selection
Gross torque @ 1600 rpm 520 [Link] (705Nm) • Direction changes are modulated from forward to reverse with detented lever gates for safety. The light
electric twist grip provides low effort shifting between gears
• Torque converter (13.4") stall ratio: 1.79:1
TRAVEL SPEEDS • Electrical selection of 4WD

On standard tires
Gear mph (km/h) AXLES
1st forward 7.6 (12.2)
Dedicated JCB heavy duty steer-drive axles front and rear. Both axles incorporate JCB soft-engage differentials
2nd forward 11.7 (18.8)
enabling on-the-move engagement of differential locks.
3rd forward 18.0 (29.0)
4th forward 27.9 (44.9)
5th forward 41.8 (62.3) WHEELS AND TIRES
6th forward 60 (88.5)
1st reverse 8.0 (12.8) Bridgestone 445/80 R25 tires on steel 2 piece rims. Hutchinson VFI runflat inserts fitted to preserve mobility in the event of
2nd reverse 19.0 (30.6) tire burst or deflation.

ELECTRICS 24 VOLT BRAKES

Starting circuit 24 Volt Outboard dry discs with twin callipers front and single callipers rear provide outstanding retardation and endurance.
Standard alternator 200 Amp 28V brushless • ABS for controlled stopping in difficult conditions
No. front work lights 2 adjustable • Air over hydraulic operation for low pedal efforts
• Service brake disc diameter 18.1in (460mm)
No. rear work lights 4 adjustable
• Parking brake provided by two spring applied, hydraulically released callpers operating on discs mounted on the
transmission output shafts. Capable of holding vehicle on 1:2.5 (21.8 degrees) grade. Park brake disc diameter
14.9 in (380mm).

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STEERING CAPACITIES

Three operator selectable steering modes available. Hydraulic system (inc. tank) 41.5 gal (157 ltrs)
• 2WS for on-highway travel. Power assisted mechanical front steering and locked rear steering Fuel tank 60.7 gal (230 ltrs)
• 4WS for loading duties and confined sites. Power assisted mechanical front steering and synchronised hydrostatic Engine coolant 9.8 gal (37.1 ltrs)
rear steering
Engine oil (inc. filter) 3.9 gal (15.0 ltrs)
• Crab steer for parallel drive when digging close to walls and other obstacles. Power assisted mechanical front steering
and synchronized hydrostatic rear steering Axle differential casing (each axle) 4.8 gal (18 ltrs)
Axle hubs (each axle) 0.8 gal (3.0 ltrs)
Transmission (inc. filter) 7.9 gal (30.0 ltrs)
4WS 2WS
A Min. curb-curb 34’6” (10.38m) 60’4” (18.40m)
B Min. Wall-wall 42’11” (13.10m) 65’11” (20.10m)
A WEIGHT
(Depending on tyre size, ground condition and front ancillaries etc.)
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Operational weight with one operator, 1.3 cu. yd. 4 in 1 Multi-Purpose shovel, 24” standard profile backhoe bucket,
CAB full fuel load, no stowage = 26,283lb (11,922kg).

The cab is designed to allow machine drive–on access to C130 transport without modification. ROPS and FOPS certified
with seating for 2 people approved to ISO 3471 and 3449 (SAE J1040 and J231) for maximum operator protection.
• Fully adjustable operator’s seat with ergonomically positioned controls to minimize operator fatigue. STANDARD EQUIPMENT
Fixed passenger seat.
3 point inertia reel seat belts for both seats meeting SAE J386 and FMVSS 210 and 207 Tinted glass, Front sunvisors, Front and rear wipers and washers, Cab heater with front and rear demist, Air conditioning,
• Cab provides two door access. Standard features include 3 speed heating and air conditioning blowers, Operator and passenger seat, 3 point inertia reel seat belts, Reverse alarm, External mirrors, Fire extinguisher, Road
front and rear screen wash/wipers, front and rear horn, exterior mirrors, and sliding rear glass lights, Front and rear work lights with light guards, Battery isolator, Inter-vehicle starting socket, Support and maintenance
• The main instrument panel is positioned to the right-hand side for ease of viewing from either the loading or struts for loader and backhoe, Hydraulic self levelling for loader end, Loader quick hitch with 1.3 cu. yd. GP shovel with
excavating position. The main panel carries full instrumentation for vehicle systems and audio/visual warning of teeth, 24” standard profile excavator bucket with teeth, Tire inflation supply, Spare wheel, Hydraulic handtool supply
system failure. and 50ft hose reel, Lighting blackout system.
Warning lights for key systems are repeated on a panel in front of the steering wheel
• SAE J1939 CANBUS enables diagnostic access to main vehicle systems
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
HYDRAULICS Range of shovels, Bolt on cutting edges for shovels, Lifting shackle or hook for backhoe, Excavator quick hitch, Wide range
of excavator buckets including ditching and grading buckets, Excavator mounted hydraulic hammer, Biodegradable
The hydraulic system is comprised of 2 fixed displacement gear pump sets and one electrically operated emergency pump hydraulic fluid, External equipment stowage box, Quick hitch fork frame with sideshift and rotate, Auger, Breaker,
feeding the open center loader and backhoe control valves. Hydraulic integrated circuit manifolds control suspension, Compactor/tamper, Post driver, Rock/ripper bucket, Sand bagger, Snow plow, Sweeper.
steering, parking brake, transmission services, and cooling fan drive.
The system incorporates:–
• Gear pumps for high reliability, low noise operation of main hydraulics
• Electrically driven emergency pump allowing limited operation of main hydraulic functions in the event of engine
failure
• Integrated hydraulic handtool circuit to HTMA type 2 with 50 foot hose reel
• Full flow 10 micron filter to ensure that oil stays free of contaminants
• Auxiliary hydraulic connections on loader and backhoe for optional attachments
PUMP FLOWS
Open Center System
Main pump 1: 26.4 gal/min (100ltr/min) at 2300 rpm rated engine speed.
Auxiliary pump 2: 18.5 gal/min (70ltr/min) at 2300 rpm rated engine speed.
Emergency pump 3: 3 gal/min (12ltr/min).

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Mr. JCB 1916 - 2001

In 1945, Joseph Cyril Bamford (Mr. JCB) launched the construction and agricultural equipment manufacturing Of course, it is no use producing unique products if they do not meet the customers’ needs. In this busi-
company that bears his initials. He began his business in a garage that measured 12 feet by 15 feet. The ness, machines need the right back–up. Our World Wide Parts Center delivers parts 24/7. Our North
worldwide growth of the Backhoe Loader is due to Joe’s pioneering work on perfecting this machine in American operation has two facilities – one at HQ in Savannah, and one in Canada and our dealer net-
those early days. In just 60 years since Joe founded JCB, the company has grown to employ over 8,000 work is spread through out the country to give you the service you deserve. Our aim is to provide the
people and produce over 270 different models of best customer support in the industry.
machinery on 4 continents.
JCB machines are known for their style and quality. We have won many awards for quality all over the
JCB is a true family owned and oper- world. It is our attention to detail, the pride in our work, the desire to be different, the dedication to
ated business. Today, the company is run by Joe’s son, push ourselves to do better and never being content that drives us forward.
Anthony Bamford. No stock market to answer to, just
our customers. Family owned does not mean a small cor- We do not want to be the biggest company in the world as there are already too many faceless corpora-
poration. In fact, we are one of the top three in the world tions. We do however want to be the best. When a customer buys a JCB, we hope they feel a part of
in construction equipment. It is the true sense of family our extended family. We will do everything in our power to make this choice the right one for them. To
that unites us – the dedication, the commitment and the quote Joe Bamford, “the customer pays our wages”. At JCB, we never forget this. Joe also believed that
loyalty that we hope is apparent from the very first time success came to those who worked hard and had a sense of urgency. A day never went by without
you meet a JCB representative. Many of our customers are North American
Operations hearing Joe say, “Time is Money”, reminding us that this is as true for our customers as it is for JCB. Our
family businesses. They know what it is like to run a family business, customer buys a JCB machine to get the job done.
as they are unique and of a different breed. Common to us all is that we
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