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JCB 520-40 Specifications

Basic Information

The JCB 520-40 Loadall is the largest and most powerful model in JCB’s compact Loadall range, designed to deliver maximum lift capacity and strong loading performance while retaining a low overall height and exceptional maneuverability. Developed for demanding construction, agricultural, industrial, and rental fleet applications, the 520-40 is intended for operators who require higher payload handling in confined or restricted-height environments without stepping up to a full-size telehandler.

With a maximum rated payload of 2,000 kg (4,409 lb), a maximum lift height of 4.0 m (13 ft 1 in), and a forward reach of around 2.7 m (8 ft 10 in), the 520-40 provides a significant increase in lifting capability over the 515-40 and 516-40 models. The innovative offset single-spine chassis allows the cab to be positioned low, keeping the overall machine height below 2.0 m while maintaining a spacious, comfortable operator environment with excellent visibility.

The 520-40 is powered by a robust Deutz industrial diesel engine and features a hydrostatic transmission with permanent four-wheel drive and four-wheel steering. A high-capacity hydraulic system, reinforced high-tensile steel boom, and JCB tool carrier interface allow the machine to perform loader, forklift, and telehandler duties efficiently.

Designed to meet ISO and ANSI/ITSDF safety standards, the 520-40 emphasizes stability, reliability, ease of maintenance, and low total cost of ownership, making it a highly versatile compact Loadall for intensive daily use.

Engine Specs

The JCB 520-40 is powered by a Deutz four-cylinder industrial diesel engine designed for high torque output, durability, and consistent performance in compact material-handling machinery.

Technical Data
Engine manufacturer: Deutz
Engine model: D2011L04
Engine type: Four-cylinder, four-stroke, water-cooled diesel
Displacement: 3.1 L (189 cu.in)
Number of cylinders: 4
Bore: 94 mm (3.70 in)
Stroke: 105 mm (4.13 in)
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Fuel type: Diesel
Gross power at 2,300 rpm (ISO 14396): 44.0 kW (59 hp)
Maximum gross torque at 1,600 rpm: 210 Nm (155 lb-ft)
Fuel system: Mechanical direct injection diesel fuel system
Fuel tank capacity: 55 L (12.1 UK gal / 14.5 US gal)
Emission certification: EU Stage IIIA / US EPA Tier 3

Lubrication system:
Full-pressure wet-sump lubrication system with gear-driven oil pump supplying oil to all major engine components.
Recommended engine oil: SAE 15W-40 meeting API CF or higher specifications.

Cooling system:
Liquid-cooled system with belt-driven centrifugal water pump, heavy-duty radiator, thermostatically controlled coolant flow, and debris protection screens.

Drive Train

The JCB 520-40 uses a hydrostatic transmission system providing smooth, infinitely variable speed control and excellent low-speed maneuverability.

Transmission:
Transmission type: Hydrostatic, closed-loop variable displacement system
Drive configuration: Permanent four-wheel drive
Inching facility: Integrated inching and braking pedal
Travel speed: Maximum speed: 20 km/h (12.4 mph)

Axles:
Front and rear axles are heavy-duty drive/steer axles designed for higher payloads.
Steering and drive: Permanent four-wheel steering and four-wheel drive
Rear axle: Oscillating to maintain traction on uneven ground
Torque transfer: Automatic torque transfer between front and rear axles

Braking system:
Service brake: Hydraulically activated drum brakes acting on the front wheel motors
Parking brake: Manually operated drum brake acting on the front wheel motors

Electrical System

System voltage: 12 V negative earth
Battery: 60 Ah heavy-duty battery
Alternator: 80 A output

The electrical system supports engine monitoring, lighting, safety interlocks, and auxiliary circuits. Audio-visual warnings are provided for engine oil pressure, coolant temperature, air cleaner restriction, battery charging, transmission oil pressure, engine temperature, fuel level, and hour meter.

Wheels and Tires

Drive configuration: Permanent four-wheel drive

Frame construction: Offset single-spine welded steel chassis providing high torsional rigidity while allowing a low overall machine height and excellent visibility.

Boom construction: Reinforced high-tensile steel telescopic boom with heavy-duty wear pads designed for higher breakout and loading forces.

Attachment interface: JCB tool carrier parallel lift carriage with manual pin locking. Compatible with Compact Loadall attachments.

Tire sizes:
- 255/75-15.3 traction
- 10.0/75-15.3 industrial
- 10.0/75-15.3 semi-turf

Steering type: Full hydrostatic power steering
Steering configuration: Permanent four-wheel steering
Steering lock: 32° on front and rear axles

This steering arrangement provides exceptional maneuverability in tight yards and confined working areas.

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic system type: Open-center hydraulic system driven by a high-capacity main service pump.
System operating pressure: 230 bar (3,336 psi)
Pump flow: 47.6 L/min (10.5 US gal/min) at rated engine speed
Auxiliary hydraulics: Maximum auxiliary flow: 47.6 L/min (10.21 US gal/min)
Hydraulic oil tank capacity: 40 L (8.8 UK gal / 10.6 US gal)

Hydraulic functions:
Boom lift and lower
Boom extend and retract
Carriage crowd and dump
Auxiliary attachment operation

Hydraulic cycle times:
Boom raise: 7.8 s
Boom lower: 5.8 s
Extend: 6.3 s
Retract: 4.1 s
Bucket dump: 3.1 s
Bucket crowd: 4.4 s

Performance Data

Maximum rated payload: 2,000 kg (4,409 lb)
Lift capacity at full height: 2,000 kg (4,409 lb)
Lift capacity at maximum forward reach: 1,000 kg (2,205 lb)
Maximum lift height: 4.03 m (13 ft 3 in)
Reach at maximum lift height: 0.45 m (1 ft 6 in)
Maximum forward reach: 2.70 m (8 ft 10 in)
Breakout force: 4,000 kgf (8,820 lbf)

Dimensions and Weight

Overall height: 1.97 m (6 ft 6 in)
Overall width over tires: 1.56 m (5 ft 1 in)
Overall length to front of tires: 2.95 m (9 ft 8 in)
Overall length to front of carriage: 3.35 m (11 ft 0 in)
Wheelbase: 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Ground clearance: 0.24 m (10 in)
Standard fork length: 1,200 mm (48 in)
Carriage rotation angle (total): 131°
Rollback angle at ground: 35°
Dump angle at maximum height: 30°
Operating weight: 3,950 kg (8,708 lb)

Maintenance Data

250-hour service: Inspect air cleaner elements. Lubricate boom pivot points, steering joints, and chassis grease points.

500-hour service: Change engine oil and filter. Inspect transmission and hydraulic system condition.

1,000-hour service: Inspect axle components, brake systems, hydraulic hoses, and electrical connections.

2,000-hour service: Replace hydraulic oil. Flush and replace coolant. Conduct comprehensive inspection of boom structure, chassis, carriage, and safety systems.

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