Informacje · JCB 86C-1Przegląd
The JCB 86C-1 is a conventional-tail mini-excavator in the 6-tonne class, with an operating weight of 6,600 kg and an engine output of 45 hp. Its 0.27 m3 bucket capacity places it at the upper end of the compact excavator segment, offering a working envelope and lift capacity closer to larger short-radius machines than to lighter sub-5-tonne units. The C-1 designation reflects JCB's conventional-tail configuration, meaning the counterweight swings beyond the track width, a design choice that prioritises lift performance over confined-space operation.
Typowe zastosowaniaGdzie ta maszyna jest używana
Machines in this weight class are widely used in utility trenching, drainage installation, and general groundworks where ground conditions or site access limit the deployment of larger plant. The 6-tonne bracket is also common in residential and light commercial foundation work, landscaping, and road-maintenance contracts where transport on a standard towing setup remains practical. The 0.27 m3 bucket suits bulk dig-and-load cycles as well as clean-grading tasks depending on attachment selection.
Kontrola rynku wtórnegoCo sprawdzić przed zakupem
Inspection of any used 6-tonne conventional-tail excavator should prioritise undercarriage wear, as track pads, rollers, and sprockets represent a meaningful portion of reconditioning cost in this class. Check final drive seals for oil weeping and verify slew-ring bearing play by cycling the upper structure under load. On the 86C-1, inspect the offset boom pivot and associated pins and bushes, which are subject to accelerated wear when the machine is used heavily in offset-trench mode. Engine compartment checks should cover coolant condition, air-filter service intervals, and any evidence of oil leaks at the injection equipment. Hydraulic system integrity is best assessed through full-cycle timing of the main functions under load and by checking return-line filter service records. Verify that any installed attachments are matched to the machine's auxiliary hydraulic flow ratings and that quick-coupler locking mechanisms engage positively and retain the attachment under inverted shake testing.
Obecna sytuacja rynkowaPozycja cenowa
Within the 6-tonne conventional-tail segment, the JCB 86C-1 is routinely cross-shopped against the Doosan DX60 and the Bobcat E62. The Doosan DX60 is a 6-tonne-class machine competing on dealer network strength and parts availability in certain markets, while the Bobcat E62 positions itself on a compact reduced-tail geometry that suits tighter site envelopes, differentiating it from the conventional-tail 86C-1 in applications where swing clearance is a priority. Buyers weighing the 86C-1 against these alternatives typically consider the conventional tail as an advantage for lift duty but a limitation on restricted sites. Within the segment, the attributes that move a used machine toward the stronger end of its value range include low recorded hours, full attachment complement such as buckets, thumbs, and quick-couplers, documented service history, undercarriage condition, and the presence of a hydraulic second-line circuit that broadens attachment compatibility. Machines configured with a blade, offset boom, and piped second service command broader applicability and tend to attract stronger interest than base-spec units.
