Wheeled Excavators

JCB wheeled excavators sit in the 14 (JCB JS145W) to 18 tonne (JCB JS175W) operating weight class, depending on the model and specification. They are powered by efficient JCB EcoMAX engines that typically produce between 97kW to 129kW. This gives the machines strong digging performance, excellent mobility and good fuel efficiency for road and urban work.

A wheeled excavator is the best choice when you need a machine that can travel quickly between sites without using a low loader. They perform extremely well on hard surfaces, in roadworks, utilities, municipal maintenance and urban construction.

To choose the right model, think about:

• How often you will travel between sites
• Ground conditions, as hard surfaces suit wheeled machines best
• The digging depth and lifting performance you need
• The attachments you plan to run
• Space and access on your sites

Scot JCB can help you choose the model that suits your workload and budget.

Wheeled excavators require standard excavator servicing along with daily checks that support safe road use. Important considerations include:

• Checking tyre condition and pressures, especially when travelling on tarmac
• Keeping brakes and steering systems in top condition
• Completing hydraulic servicing at the correct intervals
• Carrying out daily checks on fluids, filters and wear parts
• Ensuring road lights, mirrors and safety systems are fully operational

Scot JCB provides planned servicing, breakdown support and genuine JCB parts to help keep your machine running reliably all year round.

Wheeled excavators offer excellent mobility and flexibility, especially on hard surfaces.

Key advantages include:

• Faster travel between sites
• No need for a transport trailer, which helps reduce downtime and costs
• Less damage to roads, pavements and yards
• Strong versatility when used with a wide range of attachments
• Ideal performance for utilities, road maintenance and local authority work

Tracked excavators remain the best option for soft or uneven terrain, but wheeled excavators are the preferred choice where mobility and speed matter.

JCB wheeled excavators have a variety of performance and comfort features that help operators work more efficiently. These include:

• Eco and Power modes to balance fuel savings with digging performance
• High flow hydraulics for fast cycle times and powerful attachment operation
• Boom suspension that allows smoother travel and reduced material loss
• All wheel steering options that improve manoeuvrability
• Stabilisers and a dozer blade that add stability during heavy digging
• JCB LiveLink for remote fleet monitoring and maintenance alerts

These features help deliver faster, more accurate and more comfortable operation on busy sites.

The JCB Pothole Pro is a dedicated road maintenance machine designed to cut, crop and clean potholes in one continuous process. It combines a planer, a hydraulic cropper and a cleaning brush, which means you can complete the entire repair without bringing in extra machinery.
Its primary function is to deliver fast, long lasting pothole repairs with less labour, less disruption and lower long term maintenance costs. The Pothole Pro is widely used by councils and contractors across the UK for quicker and more efficient road repairs.