The JCB 217 backhoe loader (1994-2004) stands out for typical engine power at 91.2 hp (68 kW), while typical weight comes in at 17,421 lb (7.9 t). Another useful figure is travel speed at 20.5 mph (33 km/h).
Specification profile
1994-2004
Weight: 17,421 lb (7.9 t)Engine power: 91.2 hp (68 kW)Travel speed: 20.5 mph (33 km/h)Engine speed at max torque: 2,200 rpm
17,421 lb (7.9 t)Weight
91.2 hp (68 kW)Engine power
20.5 mph (33 km/h)Travel speed
2,200 rpmEngine speed at max torque
260 lb-ft (353 Nm)Maximum torque
8.01 ft (2.44 m)Transport width
8.01 ft (2.44 m)Bucket width
13.8 ft (4.22 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Average
91.2 hp (68 kW)
Low 48.3 hp (36 kW)Typical 89.4 hp (66.7 kW)High 113 hp (84 kW)
Engine power is close to the typical figure.
Weight
Average
17,421 lb (7.9 t)
Low 6,151 lb (2.79 t)Typical 16,884 lb (7.66 t)High 24,251 lb (11 t)
Weight is close to the typical figure.
Travel speed
Below average
20.5 mph (33 km/h)
Low 6.84 mph (11 km/h)Typical 22.9 mph (36.8 km/h)High 29.7 mph (47.8 km/h)
Travel speed is below the typical figure.
Maximum torque
Below average
260 lb-ft (353 Nm)
Low 122 lb-ft (165 Nm)Typical 288 lb-ft (391 Nm)High 381 lb-ft (516 Nm)
Maximum torque is below the typical figure.
Transport width
Average
8.01 ft (2.44 m)
Low 4.82 ft (1.47 m)Typical 7.56 ft (2.3 m)High 9.19 ft (2.8 m)
Transport width is close to the typical figure.
Transport height
Above average
13.8 ft (4.22 m)
Low 6.96 ft (2.12 m)Typical 11.2 ft (3.41 m)High 13.7 ft (4.19 m)
Transport height is above the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningNO
ClamshellNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Forklift UtilityNO
GrabberNO
Outrigger StabilisersNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | JCB |
|---|---|
| Model | 217 backhoe loader |
| Model year / production | 1994-2004 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power91.2 hp (68 kW)
Maximum torque260 lb-ft (353 Nm)
Engine speed at max torque2,200 rpm
Travel speed20.5 mph (33 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width8.01 ft (2.44 m)
Dredging Depth21.5 ft (6.55 m)
Maximum discharge height23.1 ft (7.04 m)
Max. Reach Horizontal28.6 ft (8.71 m)
Transport height13.8 ft (4.22 m)
Transport length24.6 ft (7.49 m)
Transport width8.01 ft (2.44 m)
Capacity & weight
Weight17,421 lb (7.9 t)
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke100×127 mm
Displacement1.06 US gal (4 L)
Engine manufacturerPerkins
Engine type1004 THR
Number of cylinders4.0
DriveA
Setup & fitment
Standard tyresF: 11-16 F3 12PR. R: 19.5L-24 R4 12PR
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
ClamshellNo
Forklift UtilityNo
GrabberNo
Outrigger StabilisersNo
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