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Caterpillar 416 vs JCB 3CX

The JCB 3CX is about 5% heavier than the Caterpillar 416 (8,400 vs 8,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The JCB 3CX has about 17% more engine power (68 kW (91 hp) vs 58 kW (78 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and JCB in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Caterpillar Caterpillar 416
JCB 3CX backhoe loader standing on its stabilisers
JCB JCB 3CX
Operating weight 8,000 kg (17,600 lb)8,400 kg (18,500 lb)
Engine power 58 kW (78 hp)68 kW (91 hp)
Net power ≈52–64 kW (70–86 hp)—
Max. digging depth ≈4.4 m (14 ft 5 in)≈5.9 m (19 ft 4 in) with extending dipper
Engine power —≈55–81 kW (74–109 hp), by version
Engine —JCB DieselMax 448
Loader bucket —≈1.0–1.3 m³ (1.3–1.7 yd³)
Top speed —≈40 km/h (25 mph)
Strengths
  • + Lower price
  • + Simple and reliable
  • + Proven design and huge parts availability
  • + Side-shift option for work against walls
  • + Strong resale, especially in Europe and India
Watch-outs
  • − Fewer premium features
  • − Equal-wheel 4WS versions cost considerably more
  • − Some versions have a smaller loader bucket than US rivals
Full 416 reviewFull 3CX review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.