À propos · JCB 427Aperçu
The JCB 427 is a mid-size wheel loader with an operating weight of 13,381 kg and an engine output of 179 hp. It is equipped with a bucket capacity of 1.8 m3, placing it firmly in the medium-duty wheel loader segment. The machine is designed to deliver a balance of lifting capacity and maneuverability suited to a range of material-handling applications.
Applications typiquesLieu d'utilisation de cette machine
Mid-size wheel loaders in this class are commonly deployed in aggregate handling, construction site logistics, bulk material loading, and quarry face operations. They are also well suited to municipal and industrial applications where a capable but maneuverable loader is required. The 1.8 m3 bucket capacity makes the 427 appropriate for both loose material and general earthmoving cycles.
Inspection du marché de l'occasionCe qu'il faut vérifier avant d'acheter
When inspecting a used JCB 427, priority areas include the condition of the articulation joint and steering cylinders, as these are high-wear points on all wheel loaders in this class. The boom pivot pins, bucket linkage, and loader arms should be checked for wear, play, and any signs of repair welding. Engine hours, service history documentation, and evidence of regular hydraulic fluid changes are important indicators of overall mechanical condition. Tyre wear and condition should be assessed carefully, as replacement represents a significant cost on machines of this operating weight.
Marché actuelPosition tarifaire
The European market average for the JCB 427 stands at EUR 73,022, with a typical price range running from EUR 47,000 at the lower end to EUR 95,000 at the upper end, reflecting variation in age, hours, and specification. The 427 competes directly with machines such as the Caterpillar 926 and the Hitachi ZW180 in this weight and power class, and buyers should benchmark asking prices against comparable examples of those models when evaluating overall value.