Head to head
Avant 640 vs JCB 3CX Compact
The JCB 3CX Compact has 27kW more power.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the JCB 3CX Compact has 27kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Avant 640 | JCB 3CX Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 28 kW (37,5 hp) | 55 kW |
| Lifting capacity | 1100 kg | - |
| Lifting height | 2835 mm | - |
| Weight | 1590 kg | - |
| Operating weight | - | 6070 kg |
| Dig depth | - | 5 m |
| Travel Speed | - | 40 kph |
Sources: Avant 640, JCB 3CX Compact. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 640 if...
An all-round compact loader with stronger auxiliary hydraulics for running more attachments, used by landscapers, stables, estates and small contractors. Light enough to be moved on a trailer or larger van.
Full 640 specifications →Buy or hire the 3CX Compact if...
- you want one that has 27kW more power
Aimed at utility, highways and town-centre work where a full-size backhoe will not fit. Used for trenching, loading and breaking out on narrow roads, estates and tight sites.
Full 3CX Compact specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Avant 640 and the JCB 3CX Compact?
The JCB 3CX Compact has 27kW more power. The Avant 640 is a articulated multi-purpose loader, 600 series; the JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.