JCB’s new 25Z-1 mini excavator offers improved features, top performance and a focus on safety.
The new generation Stage V 25Z-1 JCB mini-excavator with zero tailswing configuration has been designed with durability and reliability in mind, as well as the efficiency offered by being easy to tow. The 25Z-1 is manoeuvrable, allowing operators to work and load in confined spaces with ease. And even better, it carries the premium quality, reliability and performance expected from JCB.
Tough to beat
The 2.5t 25Z-1 mini excavator benefits from performance enhancements across the hydraulics, tracking, attachments and a new powerplant. The Stage V Kohler 18.4 kW engine reduces fuel consumption by five per cent, maximising excavation and lifting duties with low noise, low vibration and low fuel use. Auto-kickdown track motors adapt to changes in terrain, enhancing productivity, while high- and lowflow pipework is available to suit an array of hydraulic attachments, as are optional bolt-on counterweights to improve stability and lift performance.
Safety a high priority
JCB machines can be relied on for on-site protection and this new mini excavator is no exception. The 25Z-1 comes with key features as standard, including Follow-Me-Home worklights and the 2GO System, unique to JCB. The model has a low transport weight of up to 2563kg, so can be safely towed in regions with a 3500kg restriction, and there are nine ergonomically located tie-down points across the compact design, making towing even safer and easier.
In the cab a new display screen communicates essential diagnostics, keeping users a step ahead of any downtime. As an added security measure, a key or pinpad immobiliser prevents unauthorised use of the machine.
Ease of use
Several intuitive touches have been incorporated to make the 25Z-1 even simpler to operate.
A wide-opening steel bonnet and external filler enable easy fuelling and daily checks, and a hydraulic quick hitch allows for changes between a large variety of compatible attachments, offering excellent flexibility. Fully adjustable suspension seat and a large cab ensure all-day operator comfort, and automatic machine health checks ensure the JCB is in full working order at the start of each day.
Good ROI
Anyone investing in earthmoving machinery of any size needs to know the equipment will deliver a solid return on investment. Built into the JCB mini-excavators is a series of features designed to keep running costs as low as possible, making the 25Z-1 a long-term cost-effective choice. For instance, colour-coded hydraulic hoses are routed through the boom, keeping them away from potential damage, and the 500- hour greasing intervals, thanks to graphiteimpregnated bronze brushes, are best-in-class. Auto stop and idle functions save fuel by turning off the engine when controls are inactive, and load-sensing hydraulics conserve power by using the engine only on demand.
Externally, flat glass windows are used to minimise replacement costs in the event of damage.
Durability
The JCB mini-excavator range is designed with durability in mind, so owners can be sure the machines will withstand the challenges of any site.
The robot-welded boom and dipper are made from high-tensile steel with internal baffle plates, delivering a great strength-to-weight ratio, while the 100% pressed-steel bodywork makes panels strong and easy to repair.
Other structural features include the cab door sitting within the counterweight length when folded back to protect from damage, while optional dig-end ram guards prevent accidental damage during operation.
For more information, and to see the JCB range, visit jcbcea.com.au.