Mini ExcavatorEurope

JCB 8026

2,867 kg22 hpMarket avg. €20k · 7 listed · 4 below market

Side elevationJCB 8026
JCB 8026 side elevation
Operating weight
2,867 kg
Length
4,080 mm
Fig · proportional to datasheet · mini excavator
Live market

7 active asks across Europe

Market avg.€20k

Asking prices land at €19k – €24k, around 19% below the market average.

NL
€34k
BE
€21k
DE
€37k
IT
€19k
PL
€27k
  • 2017NL · dealer name hidden€15k
  • 20161,794 hrs · GB · dealer name hidden€19k
  • 20161,850 hrs · GB · dealer name hidden€19k
  • 2016GB · dealer name hidden€19k
Based on 7 active dealer listings across our network.As of 31 Jul 2026

This model sits 19% below the class average across 212 peer models.

How much does a used JCB 8026 cost in Europe?

Across independent European dealers, used JCB 8026 listings currently run from €18,818 to €23,524, with a market average around €20,275. Year, operating hours and configuration move the price within that band. Based on 7 active listings, refreshed daily.

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MakeJCB
Model8026
Specification · Comparison

How the 8026 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
2.9 t
2.9 t
2.7 t
Power
Engine
Perkins 403D-I5
Yanmar 3TNV88F
Yanmar 3TNV74F
Power
22 hp
24 hp
21 hp
Dimensions
Operating weight
2,867 kg
2,885 kg
2,740 kg
Length
4,080 mm
4,595 mm
4,380 mm
Width
1,550 mm
1,460 mm
1,550 mm
Height
2,400 mm
2,540 mm
2,430 mm
Transport length
4,080 mm
4,595 mm
4,380 mm
Working range
Bucket capacity
0.08 m³
0.077 m³
0.08 m³
Max dig depth
3,050 mm
2,835 mm
2,730 mm
Max reach
4,770 mm
4,850 mm
4,710 mm
Tail swing radius
1,220 mm
1,330 mm
1,050 mm
Drive
Travel speed
5 km/h
5.2 km/h
4.5 km/h
Market
Market average ask · EU
€20k
€26k
€22k
Price range
€19k€24k
€20k€34k
€13k€30k
Active listings
7
7
9
Specs · manufacturer datasheetsPrices · recent dealer listings, trailing window
About · JCB 8026

Overview

The JCB 8026 is a mini-excavator in the sub-3-tonne class, with an operating weight of 2867 kg and an engine output of 22 hp. It is equipped with a bucket capacity of 0.08 m3, positioning it as a compact machine suited to confined working environments. As part of JCB's established small excavator range, it represents a well-recognised option in the European used-equipment market.

Typical applications

Where this machine is used

Mini-excavators in this weight class are widely used for utility trenching, drainage installation, and landscaping work where site access is restricted. Their compact footprint makes them suitable for urban construction projects, residential groundworks, and work in areas where larger machines cannot operate efficiently. The 8026 is also commonly deployed for general earthmoving tasks on small to medium-scale civil engineering sites.

Used-market inspection

What to check before buying

When inspecting a used mini-excavator of this class, buyers should assess the condition of the undercarriage, including track wear, rollers, and drive motors, as these components are subject to significant wear in typical operating conditions. The boom, dipper, and bucket pins and bushings warrant close examination for play and wear, and all hydraulic cylinders should be checked for seal integrity and rod condition. A full operational check of the slew ring, auxiliary hydraulic circuits, and blade function is advisable, along with a review of available service records to verify maintenance history.

Current market

Price position

In the European used market, the JCB 8026 trades at an average of EUR 16450, with a typical price range running from EUR 15520 to EUR 17380. Buyers considering this machine will often evaluate it alongside the Hitachi ZX26U and the Takeuchi TB230, both of which compete directly in the same operating-weight segment. The relatively narrow price band suggests consistent demand and stable valuation for this model across the region.

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