Backhoe JCB Backhoe (1985) - Pros / Cons

[geokoppmann]

Would appreciate any input on a 1985 JCB Turbo backhoe of which I have just become it's new owner.. I haven't been able to determine the model #.

 

[skyhook]

What did it cost you?

 

[geokoppmann]

I found it thru a friend of a friend and made an offer of $6,500 (to include a brand new set of tire chains for the driver wheels) and 10 month payments of $650 (no interest).

What did it cost you?

 

[mguitas]

JCB have good hydraulics on them. Very strong.

 

[geokoppmann]

Thanx for the input ! With a 1.5 CY loader bucket it must have been designed with good hydraulics. From what I've seen the machine, once the chaings are installed, it should be capable of moving dirt 'almost' as well as a D-4 cat.