Head to head
Bobcat T450 vs JCB 3CX Compact
The JCB 3CX Compact is the bigger machine by 3,109kg and has 14kW more power.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Operating weight: the JCB 3CX Compact is the bigger machine by 3,109kg.
- Engine power: the JCB 3CX Compact has 14kW more power.
Specifications side by side
| Bobcat T450 | JCB 3CX Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 2961 kg | 6070 kg |
| Engine power | 41 kW | 55 kW |
| Rated operating capacity | 717 kg | - |
| Dig depth | - | 5 m |
| Travel Speed | - | 40 kph |
Sources: Bobcat T450, JCB 3CX Compact. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the T450 if...
A compact track loader for groundworks, landscaping and site clearance, using tracks for better grip on soft or muddy ground. Hire fleets and contractors use it with buckets, grapples and other attachments.
Full T450 specifications →Buy or hire the 3CX Compact if...
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 3,109kg
- you want one that has 14kW 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 Bobcat T450 and the JCB 3CX Compact?
The JCB 3CX Compact is the bigger machine by 3,109kg and has 14kW more power. The Bobcat T450 is a compact track loader; the JCB 3CX Compact is a compact backhoe loader about 2 m wide.
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