The JCB 5cx backhoe loader (2014-2017) stands out for above-average engine power at 109 hp (81 kW), while high weight comes in at 23,369 lb (10.6 t). Another useful figure is bucket capacity at 1.31 yd³ (1 m³).
Specification profile
2014-2017
Weight: 23,369 lb (10.6 t)Engine power: 109 hp (81 kW)Bucket capacity: 1.31 yd³ (1 m³)Bucket Capacity Backhoe: 0.34 yd³ (0.26 m³)
23,369 lb (10.6 t)Weight
109 hp (81 kW)Engine power
1.31 yd³ (1 m³)Bucket capacity
0.34 yd³ (0.26 m³)Bucket Capacity Backhoe
23.7 mph (38.1 km/h)Travel speed
1,300 rpmEngine speed at max torque
381 lb-ft (516 Nm)Maximum torque
7.74 ft (2.36 m)Transport width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Above average
109 hp (81 kW)
Low 48.3 hp (36 kW)Typical 89.4 hp (66.7 kW)High 113 hp (84 kW)
Engine power is above the typical figure.
Weight
High
23,369 lb (10.6 t)
Low 6,151 lb (2.79 t)Typical 16,884 lb (7.66 t)High 24,251 lb (11 t)
Weight is well above the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
Average
1.31 yd³ (1 m³)
Low 0.15 yd³ (0.12 m³)Typical 1.23 yd³ (0.94 m³)High 1.75 yd³ (1.34 m³)
Bucket capacity is close to the typical figure.
Bucket Capacity Backhoe
Above average
0.34 yd³ (0.26 m³)
Low 0.07 yd³ (0.05 m³)Typical 0.31 yd³ (0.24 m³)High 0.95 yd³ (0.73 m³)
Bucket Capacity Backhoe is above the typical figure.
Travel speed
Average
23.7 mph (38.1 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 close to the typical figure.
Maximum torque
High
381 lb-ft (516 Nm)
Low 122 lb-ft (165 Nm)Typical 288 lb-ft (391 Nm)High 381 lb-ft (516 Nm)
Maximum torque is well above the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Capacity
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Working dimensions
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Measurements
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Overall size
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Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningNO
ClamshellNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Forklift UtilityNO
GrabberNO
Outrigger StabilisersYES
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | JCB |
|---|---|
| Model | 5cx backhoe loader |
| Model year / production | 2014-2017 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power109 hp (81 kW)
Maximum torque381 lb-ft (516 Nm)
Engine speed at max torque1,300 rpm
Tear-out Force13,727 lbf (61.1 kN)
Tear-out Force Backhoe13,734 lbf (61.1 kN)
Travel speed23.7 mph (38.1 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width7.64 ft (2.33 m)
Dredging Depth21.4 ft (6.51 m)
Maximum discharge height8.83 ft (2.69 m)
Max. Reach Horizontal23.3 ft (7.1 m)
Transport height13 ft (3.97 m)
Transport length22.1 ft (6.74 m)
Transport width7.74 ft (2.36 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity1.31 yd³ (1 m³)
Bucket Capacity Backhoe0.34 yd³ (0.26 m³)
Weight23,369 lb (10.6 t)
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke103×132 mm
Displacement1.16 US gal (4.4 L)
Emission levelIIIB/T4i
Engine manufacturerJCB
Engine type444
Number of cylinders4.0
DriveA
Setup & fitment
Standard tyres440/80-28
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
Model seriesCX
ClamshellNo
Forklift UtilityNo
GrabberNo
Outrigger StabilisersYes
