NEW

HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR | JS220 LC

Engine power: 129kW (173hp) Bucket capacity: 0.4 – 1.19m³ Operating weight: 19618 – 22490kg
STRENGTH INSIDE AND OUT.
BEFORE YOU BUY AN EXCAVATOR, YOU NEED We use Finite Element
Analysis with extensive rig and

TO KNOW IT’S GOING TO BE TOUGH ENOUGH TO

endurance testing to make
key components last longer.

PERFORM ANY JOB YOU ASK OF IT. FORTUNATELY, 1

WITH A JCB JS220, STRENGTH AND DURABILITY

COME AS STANDARD.

Boom and dipper.

1 A new reinforced boom and dipper is made of

high tensile strength steel, with three piece wrapper

plates and cast ends for strength and durability.

2 Our advanced manufacturing and assembly

processes produce high precision and quality

assembled components.
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Componentry.
3 Our engine technology is tried and proven;

we’ve built 200,000 DIESELMAX units since 2004.

To ensure similar longevity, the JS220’s EcoMAX
T4i/Stage IIIB engine has been tested for 110,000
hours in 70 different machines across the toughest
applications and environments.

4 JCB JS220s boast the best components

in the industry, including Berco running gear,
Kawasaki pumps, Kayaba valve blocks and
2 JCB EcoMAX engines. 3 4

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 STRENGTH INSIDE AND OUT

Structural strength.
5 The high-strength undercarriage of a JCB
JS220 uses a fully-welded X frame construction
for long-term durability even in the most
demanding applications.

6 A closed box section revolving frame increases

strength and reduces stress. It’s also highly resistant

to impact damage.

7 The high-strength rigid upper frame provides 5

maximum durability and support.

8 Our stiff, durable door design gives great

strength and rigidity.

UNEARTHED: KEY FACT

The JCB JS220 turret is
welded to both the upper and
lower undercarriage frame.
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MAXIMUM PRODUCTIVITY, MINIMUM SPEND.

SAVING MONEY AND TIME IS MORE IMPORTANT

THAN EVER, SO WE’VE MADE SURE THE NEW
JCB JS220’S COMPONENTRY – INCLUDING
THE ECOMAX T4i ENGINE – WORKS IN PERFECT
HARMONY. IN TURN, YOU GET A MACHINE THAT’S
AS EFFICIENT AND PRODUCTIVE AS POSSIBLE.

The JS220 is a hugely versatile machine

that’s made all the more so by a big range
of attachments, enabling you to carry out
a wide range of tasks.

Versed in versatility.
1 JCB’s quickhitch system makes attachment
changing fast and easy, and is purpose-designed for
the JS range.

For ultra versatility, JCB offers a full list of auxiliary

pipework options including hammer, auxiliary, and
low flow.

Choose the optional rubber street pads and you

can use the JS220 on sensitive grounds like tarmac
without causing damage. 1

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 MAXIMUM PRODUCTIVITY, MINIMUM SPEND

To save fuel, JCB Auto-Idle technology

automatically reduces engine speed when
hydraulics aren’t in use. To optimise fuel
efficiency still further, the JS220 benefits
from advanced hydraulic technology,
including optimised hydraulic pump settings,
advanced spool design, and cutting edge
Upping output. electronic management software.

2 Simultaneous tracking and excavating is smooth 4

and fast with an intuitive multifunction operation.

3 A JCB JS220 has a solid, stable work platform 5

for fast cycle times.

4 With a massive 15200 Kgf bucket tearout and UNEARTHED: KEY FACT
A JCB JS220 has cushioned boom and
fast cycle times, the JS220 is extremely productive 6
dipper ends to prevent shock loadings,
in all applications. protect your machine and increase
operator comfort.
5 JCB’s innovative hydraulic regeneration system 7
means oil is recycled across the cylinders for faster
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cycle times and reduced fuel consumption.

The efficient excavator.

6 JCB’s new EcoMAX T4i/Stage3B engine uses
up to 10% less fuel than our Tier 3 units, saving you
money. This is partly due to the fact that EcoMAX
produces high torque at just 1500 -1600 rpm,
making for improved fuel-efficient matching of
the hydraulics.

7 To reduce noise pollution from unnecessary air

flow, the engine-driven cooling fan has a proportional

control system, maintaining optimum fan speed.

8 The JS220 variable power bands allow you to

tailor performance – and therefore economy –

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to specific tasks.

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A COMFORTABLE FAVOURITE.
A large laminated glass roof window
gives the JS220 optimum visibility for

JCB EXCAVATORS ARE DESIGNED working at height.

AROUND THE OPERATOR. THAT’S GOOD

FOR THEM BUT EVEN BETTER FOR YOU;
AFTER ALL, GREAT COMFORT AND EASE 2

OF USE EQUALS GREAT PRODUCTIVITY.

Light, intuitive and smooth controls improve

comfort and productivity. The JS220
joystick-mounted power boost button
gives extra hydraulic power fast.

Excellent visibility.
1 A 70/30 front screen split gives JCB JS220

excellent front visibility. A clear view of the front A balanced slew and electronic/
right track provides easy, safe trench digging and hydraulic controlled slew braking
give speed and precision.
manoeuvring.

2 An innovative low-level bonnet provides excellent

rearward visibility.

Comfortably in control.
3 The 7" colour monitor multi-function display is

easy to read in all light conditions, provides instant

operational information, and has a customisable
home screen.

The JS220 Tool Select feature can set up auxiliary

hydraulic circuits quickly and accurately to match
flow and pressure requirements of any attachment. 1 3

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 The JS220 cab and controls are A COMFORTABLE FAVOURITE
independently adjustable so that it’s easy
to find the perfect operating position.

The working environment.

4 The JS220 creates a quieter working environment
inside and out. Because we’ve reduced noise levels
to 72dB(A) inside and 103dB(A) outside, you can use
the machine at any location, anytime.

JCB JS220 cabs use 6 viscous rubber mounts to

minimise noise and vibration.

The positive pressure cab keeps out dirt and dust.

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5 JCB’s climate control option offers a precisely

controlled cab temperature with fresh or recirculated

air. Demisting/defrosting functions keep the front
window clear.

6 There’s a spacious luggage tray behind the

operator’s seat.

7 A large floor area with large high grip pedals gives

easy and precise tracking.

We offer tailored seating options to suit many

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different applications.

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LESS SERVICING, MORE SERVICE.
WE’VE DESIGNED THE JCB JS220 TO BE LOW
MAINTENANCE AND EASILY SERVICEABLE. THIS
MAKES IT AFFORDABLE, EFFICIENT AND HIGHLY
PRODUCTIVE, HELPING YOU GET THE BEST
SERVICE FROM YOUR MACHINE.

By using graphite impregnated bronze

bushes, we’ve reduced the JS220 boom
and dipper greasing intervals to 1000
hours for normal applications.

UNEARTHED: KEY FACT

JCB JS220 grease points are centralised
1 for safe and easy access to high level pivots.

A
Easy does it.
1 The air filter on a JS220 is easily accessible, and SERVICE INTERVALS
a double-element construction simplifies cleaning.

2 The filters on a JS220 (engine oil, hydraulic oil

Engine oil
and oil filter Every 500 hours
Every 1000 hours
C and fuel) are centrally located for fast, easy servicing. Hydraulic
oil filter
3 Because they’re mounted side by side, the engine
B
Every 5000 hours
radiator, hydraulic cooler and intercooler can be
2 Hydraulic oil 3
serviced individually yet cleaned easily.
(A) Hydraulics oil filters (B) Fuel filters (C) Engine Oil Filter

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 LESS SERVICING, MORE SERVICE

JCB JS220 bonnets open and close

easily with gas-assisted cylinders, and
the service bays are large and wide for
good access.

Here to help.
4 Because the EcoMAX engine doesn’t need

exhaust after treatment, it doesn’t require costly

heat-resistant lube oils.

Unlike most Tier 4i engines, JCB EcoMAX doesn’t

use a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) or SCR, saving
you additional running costs.
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5 We’ve eliminated the need for a visibowl style
pre-cleaner on the JS220 with our new scavenger
filtration system. This uses suction from the
cooling fan to remove heavier particles from
the induction system.
6 Our innovative recalibration option allows

EcoMAX to run on lower grade fuels. This means

the JS220 can be resold across different territories,
which improves residuals.

7 JCB’s In-Cab Monitor checks engine oil levels,

coolant, and system errors on start-up. 5 6 7

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THE SAFE CHOICE. We’ve fitted as standard a bulk
head heat shield between the
pumps and the engine to guard

ON-SITE SAFETY IS CRUCIAL, SO WE’VE DESIGNED

against heat and noise.

THE JCB JS220 TO INCORPORATE AS MANY CUTTING

EDGE SAFEGUARDS AS POSSIBLE. IN SHORT, YOUR
OPERATORS ARE IN SAFE HANDS.
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1 The JS220 bonnet opens front-to-rear for easy

and safe engine service access.

2 For extra peace of mind, JCB JS220 cabs

are available with an integral Rollover Protection
Structure (ROPS). It’s also easy to fit JCB’s Falling
Objects Protection Structure (FOPS), thanks to
standard fitment mounting brackets.

3 JCB’s Safety Level Lock fully isolates hydraulic

functions to avoid unintended movements. Our
1 2GO system means a JCB JS220 can only be
started in a safe locked position via two
separate inputs.

4 JCB JS220s have a large glass area and low

bonnet line for superb visibility.

5 A JCB JS220’s steps and platforms have anti-slip

punched steel plates for optimum grip, even in wet 3 6

or icy conditions. Bolt-on plates have recessed bolts

to reduce trip hazards.

6 Our standard rear and optional side view

cameras display uninterrupted rearwards and

2 sideways views on the smart controller display. 3 5 6

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 THE SAFE CHOICE

7 Your JS220 is equipped with a full set of side

and rear view mirrors for all round visibility and
safety compliance.

8 There’s no need to climb onto the JS220 to

check oil levels; all routine servicing can be done
from ground level.

9 Optional safety rails protect operators from falls

when they’re on the upper structure of the JS220.

The JS220’s optional beacons can improve on-site

safety still further.

10 Choose LED work lights for an even better

field of vision on the JS220.

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 LIVELINK, WORK SMARTER

LIVELINK, WORK SMARTER.

LIVELINK IS AN INNOVATIVE SOFTWARE Productivity and cost benefits.
SYSTEM THAT LETS YOU MANAGE JCB By providing information like idle time
MACHINES REMOTELY – ONLINE, BY monitoring and machine fuel consumption, JCB
Livelink helps reduce your fuel usage, saving
EMAIL OR BY MOBILE PHONE. ACCESS money and improving productivity. Machine
EVERYTHING FROM MACHINE ALERTS location information can help improve efficiency
and perhaps even reduce insurance costs.
TO FUEL REPORTS AND HISTORY
INFORMATION, WITH ALL DATA
STORED AT A SECURE CENTRE.

Maintenance benefits. Security benefits.

Manage machine maintenance easily – Livelink’s real-time geofencing alerts tell you
accurate hours monitoring and service alerts when machines move out of predetermined
improve maintenance planning, while zones, and real-time curfew alerts inform you
real-time location data helps you manage of unauthorised usage. Further benefits include
your fleet. Critical machine alerts and real-time location information, advanced ECU
maintenance history records are also available. matching (pairs Livelink with the immobiliser
or ECU).

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 VALUE ADDED

VALUE ADDED.
JCB’S WORLDWIDE CUSTOMER SUPPORT IS FIRST CLASS.
WHATEVER YOU NEED AND WHEREVER YOU ARE, WE’LL BE
AVAILABLE QUICKLY AND EFFICIENTLY TO HELP MAKE SURE
YOUR MACHINERY IS PERFORMING TO ITS FULL POTENTIAL.

1 2 3

1 Our Technical Support Service provides instant 3 JCB Assetcare offers comprehensive extended

access to factory expertise, day or night, while our warranties and service agreements, as well as
Finance and Insurance teams are always on hand to service-only or repair and maintenance contracts.
provide fast, flexible, competitive quotes. Irrespective of what you opt for, our maintenance
teams around the world charge competitive labour
2 The global network of JCB Parts Centres is rates, and offer non-obligation quotations as well as
another model of efficiency; with 16 regional bases, fast, efficient insurance repair work.
we can deliver around 95% of all parts anywhere in
the world within 24 hours. Our genuine JCB parts
are designed to work in perfect harmony with your
machine for optimum performance and productivity.
Manufacturing Facilities
Dealers
Parts Distribution Centres
Note: JCB LIVELINK and JCB ASSETCARE may not be available in your region, so please check with your local dealer.

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 SPECIFICATION JS220 LC HYDRAULIC EXCAVATOR

STATIC DIMENSIONS WEIGHTS AND GROUND BEARING PRESSURES

Figures include 1.14m³. bucket 760kg, operator, full fuel tank and 2.4m dipper.
JS220 LC MONO 500mm shoes 600mm shoes 700mm shoes 800mm shoes 900mm shoes
E
Machine weight kg – 21904 22172 22440 22490
I H
Ground bearing pressure kg/cm – 0.46 0.40 0.36 0.32

ENGINE
Model JCB EcoMAX Tier4i/IIIB.
K J F
Type 4-stroke, 4-cylinder in-line, direct injection, turbocharged diesel.
Nett power (ISO 3046-1NF) 129kW (173hp)
G

L
M
Piston displacement 4.8 litres
Injection Electronic injection.
C A
Air filtration Dry element with secondary safety element and in cab warning indicator.
D B
Cooling Water cooled via large capacity radiator.
Starter motor 24 volt – 4.5kW.
Dimensions in mm Batteries 2 x 12 volt Heavy-duty.
A Track CTR 3660 Alternator 24 volt 40 amp.
B Undercarriage overall length 4460 Refuelling pump Electric type.
C Track gauge 2390
D Width over tracks (500mm trackshoes) – BUCKET AND ARM COMBINATION  = Suitable for general excavating
(materials up to 2000kg/cu.m)
D Width over tracks (600mm trackshoes) 2990 JS220
D Width over tracks (700mm trackshoes) 3090  = Suitable for light excavating
LC
(materials up to 1600kg/cu.m.)
D Width over tracks (800mm trackshoes) 3190 Arm length 1.9m 2.4m 3.0m
 = Suitable for grading & loading
D Width over tracks (900mm trackshoes) 3290 GP Bucket 610mm, 0.34m³   
materials up to 1200kg/cu.m)
Dipper lengths 3.0m GP Bucket 762mm, 0.48m³   
X = Not recommended
E Transport length with Monoboom 9584 GP Bucket 914mm, 0.62m³   
* Bucket capacity reccomendations
F Transport height with Monoboom 3070 GP Bucket 1219mm, 0.89m³   
with no quick hitch fitted
G Counterweight clearance 1046 GP Bucket 1372mm, 1.02m³   
H Tailswing radius 2825 GP Bucket 1524mm, 1.20m³   
I Width of superstructure - upper 2548
J Height over cab 2996 TRACK DRIVE
K Height over grab rail 3037 Type Fully hydrostatic, three speed with autoshift between high and medium speed.
L Ground clearance 503 Travel motors Variable swash axial piston type, fully guarded within undercarriage frame.
M Track height 885 Final drive Planetary reduction, bolt-on sprockets.
Service brake Hydraulic counter balance valve to prevent overspeeding on gradients.
SERVICE CAPACITIES Park brake Disc type, spring applied, automatic hydraulic release
Litres Gradeability 70% (35 deg) continuous.
Fuel tank 343 Travel speed High – 5.6 km/h (3.4 mph).
Radiator 25.5 Mid – 3.3 km/h (2.1 mph).
Engine oil 20.4 Low – 2.3 km/h (1.4 mph).
Swing drive 5.0 Tractive effort 191.9kN (19570 kgf, 43144 lbf).
Hydraulic tank 120
Final drive (each side) 4.7
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WORKING RANGE MONOBOOM UNDERCARRIAGE

Boom length 5.70m Carriage options LC-Long Carriage.
Dipper length 1.91m 2.40m 3.00m Recovery point Front and rear.
A Maximum digging reach m 8.72 9.32 9.85 Track type Sealed and greased.
B Maximum digging reach (on ground) m 8.52 9.15 9.65 Track shoe options LC – 600mm (24in), 700mm (28in), 800mm (31.5in), 900mm (36in).
C Maximum digging depth m 5.52 5.98 6.70 Upper & lower rollers Heat treated, sealed and lubricated.
D Maximum digging height m 8.67 8.99 9.21 Track adjustment Grease cylinder type.
E Maximum dumping height m 6.19 6.45 6.66 Track idler Sealed and lubricated, with spring cushioned recoil.
F Maximum vertical wall cut depth m 5.17 5.25 5.82 LC
G Minimum swing radius m 3.76 3.78 3.65 No. of track guides 2 per side
Bucket rotation deg 183° 183° 183° No. of lower rollers 8 per side
Dipper tearout (ISO 6015) kgf 13450 11560 9590 No. of upper rollers 2 per side
Dipper tearout with boost (ISO 6015) kgf 14610 12550 10410 No. of track shoes 49 per side
Bucket tearout (ISO 6015) kgf  14550 14550 14550
Bucket tearout with boost (ISO 6015) kgf 15800 15800 15800
SWING SYSTEM
Swing motor Axial piston.
Swing brake Hydraulic braking plus automatic spring applied disc type parking brake.
A
Final drive Planetary reduction.
B
Swing speed 12.9rpm.
G
10 Swing gear Large diameter, internally toothed fully sealed grease bath lubricated.
9
Swing lock Switchable brake in cab.

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
7
Pumps
6
Main pumps 2 variable displacement axial piston type.
5 Maximum flow 2 x 224 L/min
D

4
Servo pump Gear type.
E Maximum flow 448 L/min
3
Control valve
2
A combined four and five spool control valve with auxiliary service spool as standard.
1 Relief valve settings
Boom/Arm/Bucket 343 bar
0
With power boost 372 bar
Swing circuit 279 bar
Metres

Travel circuit 343 bar

F
Pilot control 40 bar
C
Filtration
In tank 150 micron, suction strainer.
Main return line 10 micron, fibreform element.
Pilot line 10 micron, paper element.
Hydraulic hammer return 10 micron, reinforced microform element.
11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0

Metres
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LIFT CAPACITIES – DIPPER LENGTH: 1.9M, MONOBOOM 5.7M, TRACKSHOES: 600MM, NO BUCKET. JS220 LC MONO
Reach 3m 4.5m 6m 7.5m Capacity at Max Reach

Load Point Ht. kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg mm

6.0m 6230* 5740 6270* 5460 6191
4.5m 7840* 7840* 6580* 5630 6300* 4470 6983
3.0m 9720* 8140 7340* 5430 6050 4030 7390
1.5m 8060* 5250 5860 3890 7477
0m 11430* 7660 7980 5150 6070 4010 7255
– 1.5m 11000* 7680 7970 5140 6820 4470 6693
– 3.0m 12870* 12870* 9660* 7810 7410* 5650 5690

LIFT CAPACITIES – DIPPER LENGTH: 2.4M, MONOBOOM 5.7M, TRACKSHOES: 600MM, NO BUCKET. JS220 LC MONO
Reach 3m 4.5m 6m 7.5m Capacity at Max Reach

Load Point Ht. kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg mm

6.0m 5630* 5630* 5290* 4790 6755
4.5m 7130* 7130* 6110* 5670 5210* 4030 7486
3.0m 9020* 8240 6940* 5450 5910 3940 5350* 3660 7868
1.5m 10630* 7810 7770* 5240 5810 3850 5340 3540 7949
0m 11320* 7620 7940 5110 5740 3780 5500 3630 7741
– 1.5m 10630* 10630* 11170* 7590 7890 5070 6060 3980 7218
– 3.0m 14070* 14070* 10190* 7680 7490* 5140 6950* 4830 6300
– 4.5m 10600* 10600* 7520* 7520* 6390* 6390* 4760

LIFT CAPACITIES – DIPPER LENGTH: 3.0M, MONOBOOM 5.7M, TRACKSHOES: 600MM, NO BUCKET. JS220 LC MONO
Reach 3m 4.5m 6m 7.5m Capacity at Max Reach

Load Point Ht. kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg kg mm

6.0m 3660* 3660* 7332
4.5m 5530* 5530* 5230* 4050 3630* 3630 8011
3.0m 11850* 11850* 8140* 8140* 6420* 5480 5620* 3940 3750* 3330 8367
1.5m 9960* 7870 7350* 5240 5800 3830 4020* 3220 8444
0m 6310* 6310* 11020* 7580 7910 5070 5700 3730 4500* 3280 8249
– 1.5m 10480* 10480* 11220* 7490 7820 4990 5660 3700 5370* 3540 7760
– 3.0m 15210* 14650 10630* 7530 7840 5010 6400 4160 6916
– 4.5m 12430* 12430* 8850* 7720 6850* 5750 5552

Lift capacity front and rear. Notes: 1. For lifting capacity including bucket, subtract total weight of bucket or bucket and quickhitch from above values.
2. Lifting capacities are based on ISO 10567, that is: 75% of minimum tipping load or 87% of hydraulic lift capacity, whichever is the less. Lifting capacities marked* are based on hydraulic capacity.
Lift capacity full circle. 3. Lift capacities assume that the machine is on firm, level ground.
4. Lift capacities may be limited by local regulations. Please refer to your dealer.
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