Wheel LoaderEurope

JCB 427

13,381 kg179 hpMarket avg. €72k · 4 listed · 2 below market

Side elevationJCB 427
JCB 427 side elevation
Operating weight
13,381 kg
Length
7,070 mm
Fig · proportional to datasheet · wheel loader
Live market

4 active asks across Europe

Market avg.€72k

Asking prices land at €60k – €81k, around 43% above the market average.

NL
€107k
DK
€91k
PL
€51k
BE
€48k
DE
€42k
  • 2017NL · dealer name hidden€60k
  • 8,768 hrs · NL · dealer name hidden€60k
Based on 4 active dealer listings across our network.As of 31 Jul 2026

This model sits 25% above the class average across 108 peer models.

How much does a used JCB 427 cost in Europe?

Across independent European dealers, used JCB 427 listings currently run from €59,900 to €80,960, with a market average around €71,600. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 4 active listings, refreshed daily.

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MakeJCB
Model427
Specification · Comparison

How the 427 lines up in its class.

Nearest competitors auto-selected by category and weight class. Specs from manufacturer datasheets; prices from recent dealer listings.

At a glance
Weight class
13 t
13 t
15 t
Power
Engine
Cummins QSB 6.7
Cat C7.1
Cummins QSB6.7
Power
179 hp
105–168 hp
171–173 hp
Dimensions
Operating weight
13,381 kg
9,303–13,229 kg
14,280–14,980 kg
Length
7,070 mm
6,597–8,060 mm
7,610–7,960 mm
Width
2,483 mm
2,325–2,550 mm
2,535–2,690 mm
Height
3,360 mm
3,175–3,550 mm
3,280–3,285 mm
Working range
Bucket capacity
1.8 m³
1.5–2.5 m³
2.8–3.2 m³
Breakout force
138 kN
108–115 kN
116–119 kN
Lift height
3,876 mm
3,903 mm
2,792–3,925 mm
Drive
Travel speed
38.5 km/h
30–40 km/h
38.1–39 km/h
Market
Market average ask · EU
€72k
€72k
€49k
Price range
€60k€81k
€58k€106k
€35k€37k
Active listings
4
16
8
Specs · manufacturer datasheetsPrices · recent dealer listings, trailing window
About · JCB 427

Overview

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.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

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.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

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.

Current market

Price position

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.

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