JCB India has launched its latest tracked excavator, the JCB NXT 215 LC Fuel Master, at its Pune facility. Designed for both domestic use and export, this new machine promises a 14% reduction in fuel consumption compared to its predecessor, contributing to lower operating costs.
Equipped with JCB’s Intelliflow Hydraulics technology, the NXT 215 LC Fuel Master optimizes hydraulics to enhance fuel efficiency, providing real-time fuel consumption data through an onboard interface and JCB’s LiveLink remote monitoring system. It also features an auto engine long idle stop to reduce unnecessary fuel use, potentially saving up to Rs. 2.90 lakhs annually for customers.
At the launch, JCB India CEO and Managing Director, Deepak Shetty, highlighted how the machine is engineered to boost customer profitability by offering better fuel efficiency. In addition to fuel savings, the model delivers a 5% increase in productivity and includes a Power Boost feature for challenging applications.
Operator comfort has also been improved with a quieter engine compartment, reducing fatigue during long operations. Designed for demanding tasks such as rock breaking, the excavator is equipped with LED lights for better worksite illumination and durability.
Deepak Shetty further stated that the new machine aims to address rising fuel costs through technological improvements. He added that the fuel-saving features align with the government’s focus on reducing fossil fuel consumption, which benefits both the economy and the environment.
JCB India produces a variety of excavators, ranging from 1 tonne to 38 tonnes. To date, more than 45,000 JCB tracked excavators have been built in India, used by leading infrastructure companies on nationally significant projects. These machines have contributed to the accelerated pace of infrastructure development as India continues to grow as a global economy.
