JCB 214e Series 4

BACKHOE LOADER
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Heavy-duty mainframe:

Operator platform:

Hydraulics:

Unitized, one piece mainframe and

massive rear frame supports. Large
diameter pins and bushings for long
life. Grease seals at critical backhoe
joints.

Choice of open canopy or enclosed

cab. Both feature full floor mat,
complete lighting package, heavy duty seat, ergonomically designed
controls and side-mounted
instrument panel with
audible/visual warning system.

Simple, effective gear pump provides

maximum flow and pressure. JCB
cylinders connected by million cycle
hoses and structural steel hydraulic lines.

Powertrain:
Heavy-duty, 72 net HP diesel engine
with cast iron sump for protection.
JCB designed and built synchro
shuttle transmission and axles.
Limited slip rear axle traction
control. Available in 2WD or 4WD
configuration.

Loader:
Exceptional 6,750 lb. lift capacity and
11,730 lb. breakout force, coupled
with 1.25 cu.yd. bucket, provide
outstanding productivity. Available
with GP or 6 in 1 bucket.

Serviceability:
Ground level service checks and
regular maintenance.

Backhoe:
Heavy duty 14-foot class backhoe
available in standard dipper or
exclusive JCB Extradig dipper version.
Outstanding power and performance.

Safety and security:

Single key operates locks for fuel,
hydraulics, cab, engine, vandal cover
and ignition. ROPS and FOPS
operator protection. Turn signals,
brake lights, hazard flashers.

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SPECIFICATION

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STATIC DIMENSIONS

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C

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G&H

STATIC DIMENSIONS

ENGINE

JCB Series 4 Backhoe Loaders feature heavy duty one piece

mainframe, componentized driveline and fully enclosed engine
compartment. All fluid and component compartments are
lockable using the ignition key.
Machine model
214e-2WD 214e-4WD
ft-in
ft-in
(meter) (meter)
A Transport
23-0
23-0
length
(7.01)
(7.01)
B Transport height
11-2
11-2
Standard backhoe
(3.40)
(3.40)
C Height to top of
9-3
9-3
cab/canopy
(2.82)
(2.82)
D Overall width
7-4
7-4
with bucket
(2.24)
(2.24)
E Ground clearance
1-2
1-2
mainframe
(0.36)
(0.36)
F Ground clearance
1-2
0-10
front axle
(0.36)
(0.25)
G Front wheel
5-11
6-1
track
(1.80)
(1.85)
H Rear wheel
5-5
5-8
track
(1.65)
(1.73)
6-11
7-1
J Wheelbase
(2.11)
(2.16)

Four cylinder, direct injection diesel. Gear driven water pump,

cast iron engine sump, spin-on oil and fuel filters, fuel/water
separator, dual element air cleaner, 21 fan. Parent bore engine
block, Thermostart cold start aid.
Machine model
214e-2WD 214e-4WD
Manufacturer
Perkins 1000 Series
259 cubic inches
Displacement
(4.25 liters)
Aspiration
Natural
Natural
Rated Engine RPM
2200
2200
Horsepower
HP
HP
Ratings:
(kW)
(kW)
76
76
SAE Gross
(56.7)
(56.7)
72
72
SAE Net
(53.7)
(53.7)
Maximum
lb-ft
lb-ft
Torque:
(Nm)
(Nm)
214
214
SAE Gross
(291)
(291)
210
210
SAE Net
(286)
(286)
Max. Torque RPM
1400
1400

STEERING
OPERATING WEIGHTS
Operating weight includes machine equipped with standard
loader bucket, 24" HD backhoe bucket and full fluid levels.
Machine model
214e-2WD 214e 4WD
lb
lb
(kg)
(kg)
Base unit
13046
13376
std backhoe
(5919)
(6069)
Cab, Extradig
14368
14698
(6519)
(6669)
Add for:
176
176
SAE operator
(80)
(80)

Power hydrostatic system utilizing the main hydraulic pump via

a steering priority valve. Emergency power off steering.
Machine model
214e-2WD 214e-4WD
Steering axles
Front
Front
Type
Hydrostatic
Steering turns lock to lock
3.00
3.00
ft-in
ft-in
(meter) (meter)
Turning circle
25-3
26-5
unbraked
(7.70)
(8.05)
Loader clearance
33-10
34-11
circle
(10.31)
(10.64)

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ENGINE SUPPORT SYSTEM

FRONT AXLE

Engine support system is designed for ease of daily checks,

routine maintenance and longer service intervals.
Fuel type
Diesel.
Fuel filter
Replaceable spin-on cartridge plus
water/sediment separator
Air cleaner
Dual, dry element cyclonic type.
Oil filter and lubrication Full flow, spin on type filter.
Cooling system
Hot climate specification, pressurized
to 7 psi (0.5 bar), 21 suction fan.
Pressurized recovery tank with
integral filler neck.

JCB front axles are designed and built specifically for backhoe
loaders and accept a variety of tire combinations.
Machine model
214e-2WD 214e-4WD
JCB MaxFlame
Trac
Type
cut bar
Torque
w/fixed
proportread
tioning
lb
lb
(kg)
(kg)
Static load
36383
36383
rating
(16508)
(16508)
Dynamic load
18300
18300
rating
(8303)
(8303)
SAE J43
11362
13440
Rating
(5155)
(6098)

ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENTATION

12 volt negative ground, utilizing wiring and connectors
meeting IP67 water and dust ingress test standard. Central fuse
panel supplemented with main circuit breakers at battery
positive terminal.
Gauges
Tachometer, engine coolant temp, fuel level,
hourmeter.
Warning system Audible and visual system for engine,
transmission, park brake, battery charge
condition, air cleaner restriction.
Battery
12V, 850 cold cranking amps.
Pre-wire
Pre-wire for beacon.
Horn
Front horn button mounted on forward-toreverse lever.
Accessory
12V power outlet on instrument panel.
Reverse alarm
Standard fit. Meets SAE requirements.

TRANSMISSION
JCB transmissions are designed and built specifically for JCB
backhoe loaders. They feature synchronized shifting in all gears
and power shift between forward and reverse. Ground speeds
are designed to maximize production. Transmission disconnect
switches on main gear shift lever and loader control lever.
214e-2WD 214e-4WD
Machine model
Manufacturer
JCB
Type
Synchro shuttle
Torque
Single stage, dual phase,
converter
11 inch diameter
Torque converter ratio
2.8:1
2.8:1
Gears forward/reverse
4 forward/4 reverse
Gear
Synchro Synchro
selection
shift
shift
Shuttle control
Power
Power
F/R
shuttle
shuttle
Travel
mph
mph
speeds
(kph)
(kph)
Tires equipped
19.5L-24 19.5L-24
3.4
3.4
Gear 1
(5.5)
(5.5)
5.1
5.1
Gear 2
(8.2)
(8.2)
10.9
10.9
Gear 3
(17.5)
(17.5)
20.6
20.6
Gear 4
(33.2)
(33.2)

REAR AXLE
JCB rear axles are designed and built specifically for backhoe
loaders and accept a variety of tire combinations.
Machine model
214e-2WD 214e-4WD
JCB Max-Trac
Type
with outboard
planetary drive
Standard automatic
Limited slip
rear axle traction
control system
lb
lb
(kg)
(kg)
Static load
55125
55125
rating
(25011)
(25011)
Dynamic load
27562
27562
rating
(12505)
(12505)
SAE J43
12956
12956
Rating
(5878)
(5878)

OPERATORS AREA
Meets SAE ROPS/FOPS requirements 17632lb (8000kg) GVW
capacity. Standard features include the following:
Cab Canopy
Heavy duty suspension seat
opt
opt
Heavy duty fixed pedestal seat
X
X
Heater/pressurizer
X
Front and rear wipers
X
Front and rear window washers
X
2" seat belt (3" option)
X
X
4 front and 2 rear work lamps
X
X
12V power outlet
X
X
Instrument vandal cover
X
Brake lights, hazard lamps, turn signals
X
X
Interior rear view mirror
X
X
Side-mounted instrument panel
X
X
Deluxe floor mat
X
X
Cup holder
X
X

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LOADER DIMENSIONS

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LOADER DIMENSIONS
Machine model

M
N
O
P
Q
R
T
V

Overall width
with bucket
Dump
height
Load over
height
Loader hinge
pin height
Maximum operating
height
Dump reach
at full height
Rollback @ ground
degrees
Digging
depth
Dump angle
degrees

MULTI-PURPOSE LOADER 6-in-1 Bucket

214e-2WD 214e-4WD
ft-in
ft-in
(meter) (meter)
7-4
7-4
(2.24)
(2.24)
8-10
8-10
(2.69)
(2.69)
10-6
10-6
(3.20)
(3.20)
11-1
11-1
(3.38)
(3.38)
13-4
13-4
(4.06)
(4.06)
2-8
2-8
(0.81)
(0.81)
41

41

0-5
(0.13)

0-5
(0.13)

42

42

STANDARD LOADER General Purpose Bucket

JCB loaders provide high-capacity buckets with high lift and
breakout forces for maximum productivity. Load retention
system provides bucket roll-out on the lift cycle for maximum
load retention. Two spool valve is standard.
Machine model
214e-2WD 214e4WD
lb
lb
(kg)
(kg)
Bucket
11730
11730
breakout force
5322
5322
Lift capacity
6750
6750
to full height
3063
3063

JCB multi-purpose loaders feature a 6-in-1 bucket, three-spool

loader valve, dual lever loader control and loader pipework.
Machine model
214e-2WD 214e-4WD
lb
lb
(kg)
(kg)
Bucket
12100
12100
breakout force
5490
5490
Lift capacity
6200
6200
to full height
2813
2813

LOADER ATTACHMENTS Direct Mount

JCB backhoe loaders utilize heavy-duty, high-capacity loader
buckets. All buckets feature a drilled cutting edge to accept a
bolt-on cutting edge or teeth. Flat top section provides rigidity
and bucket sight level indicator.
Machine model
214e-2WD 214e-4WD
lb
lb
(kg)
(kg)
GP bucket
794
794
88", 1.25cu.yd.
(360)
(360)
HD bucket
970
970
88", 1.25cu.yd.
(440)
(440)
6-in-1 bucket
1540
1540
88", 1.25cu.yd.
(699)
(699)

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BRAKES
Hydraulically actuated, self-adjusting, oil immersed, inboard,
multi-plate type. Separate master cylinder and brake oil
reservoir. Independent disk and caliper type parking brake
mounted on rear of transmission.
214e
Two pedal service brakes with interlock
2WD and 4WD
for individual or simultaneous operation.

TIRES
Tires listed are most popular sizes. See your JCB dealer for a full
listing of available tire sizes and tread patterns.
Machine model
214e-2WD 214e-4WD
11L-16, F3, 12 ply front
Standard
17.5L-24, R4 10 ply rear
Standard
19.5L-24, R4, 10 ply rear
Optional
12-16.5, FWD, 10 ply front
Standard
17.5L-24, R4, 10 ply rear
Standard
19.5L-24, R4, 10 ply rear
Optional

SERVICE CAPACITIES
Machine model

Cooling
system
Fuel
tank
Engine oil
with filter
Synchro shuttle
trans w/filter
Rear
axle
Front drive
axle
Drive axle hubs
each
Hydraulic
tank
Hydraulic system
incl. tank

214e-2WD 214e-4WD
gal
gal
(liter)
(liter)
6.1
6.1
(23)
(23)
34.4
34.4
(130)
(130)
2.6
2.6
(10)
(10)
4.8
4.8
(18)
(18)
4.2
4.2
(16)
(16)
4.2
NA
(16)
0.4
0.4
(2)
(2)
19.8
19.8
(75)
(75)
30.4
30.4
(115)
(115)

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Open center system incorporating a single gear pump which
supplies oil for loader, backhoe and steering systems. Side
mounted hydraulic tank with sight glass and lockable cap. JCB
cylinders, million cycle hydraulic hoses with abrasion
protection. Structural steel tubing to resist impact.
Machine model
214e-2WD 214e-4WD
gpm
gpm
(lpm)
(lpm)
Pump
29
29
output
(110)
(110)
psi
psi
(bar)
(bar)
System relief
3300
3300
pressure
(228)
(228)
Filter rating
10 micron

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BACKHOE BUCKETS
JCB backhoe buckets are designed specifically for use on JCB
machines. Dual position tipping link provides positions to
maximize tearout force or to maximize rotation for straight wall
digging and improved load retention. All JCB buckets include
heavy-duty features consisting of a 1x8 cutting edge, back
straps, box section cross member, and full length, chamfered
side cutters.
Bucket width - in.
12 18 24 24 30 36
Bucket width mm
305 455 610 610 760 910
Number of teeth
3
4
4
5
5
6
Heavy Duty Trenching Buckets
Capacity cu.ft.
2.8 4.9 7.1 7.1 9.2 11.3
Capacity cu.m
0.08 0.14 0.20 0.20 0.26 0.32
Weight lbs
293 359 408 419 478 544
Weight kg
133 163 185 190 217 247
See your JCB dealer for availability of other backhoe buckets and
attachments.

BACKHOE DIMENSIONS 214e 2WD & 4WD

A SAE dig depth

Max.
A SAE dig depth
2' flat bottom
B Reach from
swing pivot
C Reach from
rear axle center
D Maximum
operating height
E Loading
height
F Loading
reach
Swing arc degrees
Stabilizers
transport
Stabilizers
operating
Leveling angle degrees
Bucket rotation
degrees

F
D
E

B
C
A

standard Extradig Extradig

backhoe retracted extended
ft-in
ft-in
ft-in
(meter) (meter) (meter)
14-4
14-7
18-0
(4.37)
(4.45)
(5.49)
14-3
14-6
17-10
(4.34)
(4.42)
(5.44)
17-7
17-10
21-0
(5.36)
(5.44)
(6.40)
21-6
21-10
25-0
(6.55)
(6.65)
(7.62)
17-7
17-8
20-0
(5.36)
(5.38)
(6.10)
10-4
10-6
11-10
(3.15)
(3.20)
(3.61)
5-8
5-8
9-1
(1.73)
(1.73)
(2.77)
180
180
180
7-2
7-2
7-2
(2.18)
(2.18)
(2.18)
10-6
10-6
10-6
(3.20)
(3.20)
(3.20)
15
15
15
185max. power/
201max. rotation

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BACKHOE PERFORMANCE

20

18
5

16
14

4
12
10

8
2

6
4

2
0

2
1

4
6

8
3

10
Swing Pivot

12
4
14
16

18
6

8
2

10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24
3

Fe
et

ter

20
0

Me

standard Extradig Extradig

backhoe retracted extended
lb
lb
lb
(kg)
(kg)
(kg)
Bucket
11470
11470
11470
force
(5204)
(5204)
(5204)
Dipper
7000
6565
4810
force
(3176)
(2979)
(2182)
Dipper Lift Capacity SAE J31
6615
4680
3195
+4 feet
(3001)
(2123)
(1450)
5405
3970
2460
+6 feet
(2452)
(1801)
(1116)
4945
3710
2540
+8 feet
(2244)
(1683)
(1152)
4200
3690
2240
+10 feet
(1906)
(1674)
(1016)
2970
3450
1745
+12 feet
(1348)
(1565)
(792)
Boom Lift Capacity SAE J31
3155
2630
1420
+12 feet
(1431)
(1193)
(644)
2665
2280
1280
+8 feet
(1209)
(1034)
(581)
2640
2180
1275
+4 feet
(1198)
(989)
(578)
Ground
2735
1950
1390
level
(1241)
(885)
(631)
2555
1770
1675
4 feet
(1159)
(803)
(760)
2420
1610
1800
8 feet
(1098)
(730)
(817)
2430
1430
1810
10 feet
(1103)
(649)
(821)

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Lift capacity figures comply with SAE J31. All figures are
stated in pounds (kilograms). The large arc indicates boom
lift. The small arc indicates dipper lift with the boom at 63
degrees. Units are equipped with standard equipment as
listed in this data sheet and a 24" backhoe bucket.

JCB HYDRAULIC BREAKERS

JCB hydraulic breakers are designed for use on JCB backhoes.
They feature constant blow energy, pressure damping, heavyduty side plates and high impact frequency for maximum
production. Coupled with a factory installed hydraulic breaker
circuit, the JCB breakers and backhoe loader make a perfect
demolition combination. Model 360Q is equipped with sound
insulation for quiet operation.
Breaker model
260
360
360Q
Energy class ft./lb
500
750
750
Impact frequency bpm
400-2000 600-1800 600-1800
Oil flow range gpm
6.6-26
13-40
13-40
(lpm)
(25-100) (50-150) (50-150)
Operating weight lb
573
891
921
(kg)
(260)
(405)
(418)
Operating pressure psi
1450-2100
(bar)
(100-145)
Total diameter in.
2.48
2.75
2.75
(mm)
(63)
(70)
(70)
A wide variety of tools are available for JCB breakers. See your
JCB dealer.

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FINANCE.
Your JCB dealer can meet your financial needs through
a variety of plans for leasing, lease purchases with or
without options, installment sales contracts and
rental programs.

WARRANTY.
JCB backhoe loaders are covered by JCBs one year standard warranty, which is outlined
in the JCB Certificate of Warranty. Extended warranty coverage is also available.
Contact your JCB dealer for details.

SERVICE.
JCB dealer service people are committed to keeping your JCB up and running. JCB dealer
mechanics are enrolled in on-going training programs and supported by experienced JCB service
representatives based throughout North America.

PARTS.
JCB dealers convenient locations offer excellent over the counter parts availability.
JCB also offers:

48 HOUR PARTS GUARANTEE.

Ask your dealer for details JCB offers its participating dealers a guarantee that breakdown
parts will be available at the dealership within 48 hours or the parts and freight will be free.

REGIONAL PARTS DEPOTS.

For the breakdown part your dealer may not have in stock, JCB has SDD Same Day Dispatch,
from a parts distribution center in the United States and one in Canada.

See your JCB Dealer

Sales Rentals Financing Parts Service

JCB Inc, 10939 Philadephia Road, PO Box 209, White Marsh, MD 21162-0209 (410) 335-2800.
JCB Excavators Ltd, 3375 North Service Road, Unit C6, Burlington, Ontario, L7N 3G2 (905) 335-3441.
JCB reserves the right to change design, materials and/or specifications without notice.
Specifications are applicable to units sold in the United States and Canada.

USA 3336-20K 2/98