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JCB 290 excavator
Founded 1945 · Heavy machinery

JCB Excavators — Complete Range

JCB delivers world-class engineering with industry-leading service support.

19
Models on site
1945
Founded
4
Core strengths
Global
Service network

JCB is a global engineering powerhouse that dominates the mid-size and compact excavator market across Africa and the Caribbean. The JCB NXT and 3DX series are workhorses in Nigerian road projects and Ghanaian mining concessions. For buyers across the Caribbean and Africa, JCB machines combine best-in-class operator comfort and visibility with strong presence in west african aftermarket parts — characteristics that matter most when operating in the high-ambient, high-utilisation conditions of tropical construction and mining sectors. Suriname Excavators supplies the full JCB excavator range to 24 countries, with every machine pre-inspected, hydraulic-tested, and configured to the buyer's specified application before export.

Models on site
19
Founded
1945
Weight range
1.95t–47.2t
Strengths
4 core
Position

Why JCB works in our markets

JCB holds a strong position in the Caribbean and African excavator market thanks to its combination of best-in-class operator comfort and visibility, strong presence in west african aftermarket parts, and well-established regional dealer infrastructure. JCB delivers world-class engineering with industry-leading service support. For our buyers — who range from private contractors to multinational mining houses to government infrastructure agencies — the JCB value proposition centres on three things: operating-cost predictability, parts availability through our regional warehouse network, and resale-value retention. In a market where machine downtime can cost a contractor tens of thousands of US dollars per day, JCB's reputation for multi-purpose backhoe configurations matters far more than the upfront equipment price.

Why buyers choose JCB
  • +Best-in-class operator comfort and visibility
  • +Strong presence in West African aftermarket parts
  • +Multi-purpose backhoe configurations
  • +Lower total cost of ownership vs. premium brands
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Buyer considerations
  • JCB units typically command a higher upfront price than budget alternatives — total cost of ownership over 5+ years usually closes the gap.
  • Parts lead times for non-stock items can extend to 3-6 weeks through the dealer network.
  • Operator training is recommended — JCB machines benefit from manufacturer-certified operators for maximum productivity.
  • Resale market favours low-hours units — high-hours machines see steeper depreciation.
Lineup

Popular JCB models

Configurations spanning compact through mining class — pre-inspected and ready for tropical operation.

Deep-dive specs

JCB model spec sheets

19 models with full operating weight, engine power, dig depth, reach, bucket capacity, and configuration details.

JCB NXT 215

21.5t
medium crawler

JCB's 21-tonne workhorse — Cummins-powered with 32% fuel savings over the previous-generation JS series.

Power
140 hp
Dig depth
6.73
Bucket
0.8–1.02
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JCB NXT 290 LR

47.2t
long reach

JCB's newest long-reach excavator (launched 2025) — 17.3m dig depth for river dredging and slope work.

Dig depth
17.3
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JCB 3DX

7.5t
mini

JCB's iconic backhoe-loader — the global standard for utility, landscaping, and small-site construction.

Dig depth
4.77
Bucket
1.1
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JCB NXT 205

20t
medium crawler

20-tonne entry-medium JCB crawler — Cummins-powered with ecoHydraulics.

Power
140 hp
Dig depth
6.45
Bucket
0.76
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JCB NXT 225

23.5t
medium crawler

23.5-tonne JCB mid-medium — bridges the 215 and 245 in the NXT lineup.

Power
155 hp
Dig depth
6.85
Bucket
0.95
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JCB NXT 245

25t
medium crawler

25-tonne JCB heavy-medium — strong in mining and quarrying.

Power
165 hp
Dig depth
7.00
Bucket
1.10
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JCB NXT 290

29t
medium crawler

29-tonne JCB top-medium-class for major quarries and mining-feeder work.

Power
180 hp
Dig depth
7.20
Bucket
1.25
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JCB JS 205

20.5t
medium crawler

JCB's legacy 20.5-tonne JS — strong secondary-market presence.

Power
140 hp
Dig depth
6.45
Bucket
0.76
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JCB JS 220

22t
medium crawler

Classic JS 220 — legacy JCB mid-class with strong secondary-market liquidity.

Power
140 hp
Dig depth
6.60
Bucket
0.82
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JCB 4DX

9.5t
mini

JCB's heavy-duty backhoe-loader — popular in municipal and PWD operations.

Power
100 hp
Dig depth
5.30
Bucket
1.3
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JCB 5CX

11t
mini

JCB's largest backhoe-loader — used in large infrastructure and quarrying support.

Power
110 hp
Dig depth
5.70
Bucket
1.5
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JCB 19C-1

1.95t
mini

JCB's compact 1.95t mini — zero tail-swing for tight urban work.

Power
13 hp
Dig depth
2.15
Bucket
0.07
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JCB 35Z-1

3.5t
mini

JCB's 3.5t zero tail-swing mini for compact construction.

Power
23 hp
Dig depth
2.80
Bucket
0.10
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JCB 86C-1

8.6t
mini

JCB's 8.6t bridge between mini and medium classes.

Power
60 hp
Dig depth
4.50
Bucket
0.32
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JCB JS81

8.4t
small

8.4-tonne JCB JS81 — entry-small JS series for utility and landscaping work.

Power
76 hp
Dig depth
4.10
Bucket
0.32
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JCB JS200

20t
medium crawler

20-tonne JCB JS200 — Stage 3B/Tier 4 Interim mid-class workhorse.

Power
130 hp
Dig depth
6.46
Bucket
0.85
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JCB JS240

24t
medium crawler

24-tonne JCB JS240 — Tier 4 Interim with 8% fuel efficiency gain over predecessor.

Power
173 hp
Dig depth
6.85
Bucket
1.10
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JCB JS305

30.5t
medium crawler

30.5-tonne JCB JS305 — heavy mid-class JS-series for quarry primary loading.

Power
220 hp
Dig depth
7.20
Bucket
1.40
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JCB JS360

36t
medium crawler

36-tonne JCB JS360 — Tier 4 Interim with 8% fuel gain; demolition LC XD variant offers 21m reach.

Power
271 hp
Dig depth
7.65
Bucket
1.65
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Where JCB excavators are deployed

Mining & quarry
JCB mining-class machines are deployed across African and Caribbean bauxite, gold and copper operations with reinforced undercarriages and oversized buckets.
Civil construction
JCB mid-class crawlers handle highway construction, foundation works, and urban infrastructure across Lagos, Accra, Nairobi, Paramaribo and beyond.
Oil, gas & pipeline
Pipeline trenching, well-pad construction, and refinery turnaround projects deploy JCB crawlers configured with HAZOP-rated cabs and ripper attachments.
Demolition
JCB units with reinforced cab guarding and breaker/shear hydraulic circuits handle commercial demolition across the Caribbean and Africa.
Dredging
Long-reach JCB configurations support river dredging, canal works, and slope-stabilisation projects across Suriname, Guyana, and African hydropower zones.
Land clearing
Forestry-guarded JCB machines handle plantation development, road-corridor clearing, and agricultural land preparation.
Sector fit

JCB by industry

JCB vs alternatives

FeatureJCBCATSANY
Strength profileBest-in-class operator comfort and visibilityDealer networkTotal cost of ownership
Parts availability (region)StrongStrongGrowing
Financing flexibilityManufacturer + bankManufacturerAggressive in-house
Resale valueHighMedium-HighMedium
Typical buyer profileEstablished contractors and minesMid-tier contractorsGrowing fleet operators
Delivery

Order to operational

Delivery process

From order to operational

Total lead time
2–4 weeks ex-Paramaribo
  1. 1
    Quote & specification confirmation
    1-3 days
    We confirm machine specification, configuration, attachments, and any country-specific options. You'll receive a written quote with full machine details and Incoterms for Suriname.
  2. 2
    Pre-export inspection & configuration
    3-5 days
    Each machine passes our 47-point pre-export inspection: hydraulic pressure tests, undercarriage measurements, engine compression, electrical-loom continuity, and a documented road-test under load. Configuration for Suriname's typical terrain is applied at this stage.
  3. 3
    Ocean freight & documentation
    2-5 weeks
    Machine is loaded for shipment to Paramaribo (Nieuwe Haven). We prepare commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin, and any country-specific permits or pre-shipment inspection certificates.
  4. 4
    Customs clearance & port handling
    3-7 days
    Our regional clearing partners handle customs clearance at Paramaribo (Nieuwe Haven), including duty payment coordination, inspection coordination, and release. Suriname Excavators is headquartered in Paramaribo with direct delivery anywhere in the country. No import duties apply for domestic customers.
  5. 5
    Final-mile delivery & commissioning
    1-7 days
    Machine is transported from Paramaribo (Nieuwe Haven) to your job-site by flatbed or low-loader. Our regional technician supports commissioning, operator handover, and the initial 50-hour service check-in.
Suriname Excavators delivered our 30-ton crawler ahead of schedule with the exact configuration we specified. Parts arrived within a week when we needed them, and the after-sales team has been responsive throughout.
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Marcus Adjei
Plant Manager · Tarkwa, Ghana

Available attachments & configurations

Standard GP bucket
General-purpose bucket for trenching, loading, and earthworks. Most common configuration.
Rock bucket
Reinforced bucket with rock-pattern teeth for quarry, mining, and hard-soil work.
Hydraulic breaker
Rock-breaking attachment for demolition, trenching in hard rock, and quarry primary breaking.
Ripper tooth
Single-tooth ripper for hard-soil ripping, frozen-ground breaking, and shallow rock fragmentation.
Hydraulic thumb
Thumb attachment for grasping logs, debris, and irregular materials. Common in forestry and demolition.
Quick coupler
Hydraulic coupler for fast attachment swaps without leaving the cab. Doubles operator productivity.
Grapple
Multi-finger grapple for logs, scrap, and bulk debris. Essential for forestry and demolition cleanup.
Tilt rotator
180° tilt + 360° rotation attachment that turns the excavator into a precision tool. Standard in Nordic markets, growing in Africa.

After-sales support

Buying an excavator from us is only the start. Post-delivery, each machine is enrolled in our service tracking — scheduled maintenance reminders, parts pre-positioning, and 72-hour breakdown response are standard. Our regional warehouse in Paramaribo holds fast-moving parts inventory for every major brand we supply — bushings, pins, hydraulic seals, fuel and oil filters, undercarriage components, and common consumables. For Suriname-specific needs, we maintain pre-positioned parts at our regional logistics hubs, which means typical part lead times measure in days rather than weeks. Field-service callouts are available across the country for major mechanical events. Our technicians are trained on all twelve brands we supply, with manufacturer-certified service authority for several. Operator training packages are included with every major sale — typically a one-week on-site programme covering safe operation, basic maintenance, daily walk-around inspection, and productivity techniques. We also offer extended warranty coverage beyond the manufacturer's standard term, structured monthly or annually depending on duty cycle.

Financing options

Buyers requiring financing can submit project documents alongside the quote request — we typically return indicative terms within five business days. For Suriname buyers specifically, we structure financing in USD or local currency depending on the buyer's preference and the project's cash-flow profile. Manufacturer-backed credit lines (SANY Capital, Hyundai Capital, XCMG Finance, JCB Finance) typically offer 12-60 month terms with first-payment-defer options for project-cycle buyers. Regional bank financing through partner institutions in Suriname, Guyana, Trinidad and the Dominican Republic supports buyers wanting local-currency exposure. Lease-to-own structures convert a 12-24 month rental into an ownership transfer at term end, useful for contractors testing a new brand or wanting flexibility. We typically return indicative financing terms within five business days of receiving project documentation (typically: contract, project schedule, three years of audited accounts, and a deposit commitment). Final terms are subject to financier credit approval.

Note on brand affiliation
Suriname Excavators is an independent supplier of JCB excavators and parts. We are not a manufacturer or the official JCB corporation. All machines are sourced through established channels and supplied under our own service guarantee.
FAQ

JCB — questions buyers ask

What JCB excavator models are available?

We supply 19 popular JCB models with detailed spec pages, including JCB NXT 215, JCB NXT 290 LR, JCB 3DX and more. The full JCB range is available on request.

Where is JCB manufactured?

JCB is a global excavator manufacturer, founded in 1945. JCB is a global engineering powerhouse that dominates the mid-size and compact excavator market across Africa and the Caribbean. The JCB NXT and 3DX series are workhorses in Nigerian road projects and Ghanaian mining concessions.

Why choose JCB for Caribbean and African operations?

Best-in-class operator comfort and visibility; Strong presence in West African aftermarket parts; Multi-purpose backhoe configurations.

Are JCB parts available in my country?

Yes. We hold fast-moving JCB parts inventory in our regional warehouse and source major components through the established dealer network. Parts are typically dispatched to destination country within days.

Can I finance a JCB excavator purchase?

Yes. JCB machines can be financed via manufacturer-backed credit programmes (where applicable), regional bank facilities, and lease-to-own structures. Typical terms are 24-60 months. Contact us with project documentation for indicative terms.

Do JCB excavators retain resale value?

JCB resale value is competitive — particularly for units with full service history and pre-export inspection documentation.

Do you sell new or used JCB excavators?

Both. We supply brand-new JCB units and fully refurbished, pre-export-inspected used machines. Every unit passes our 47-point inspection before shipment.

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