JCB unearths a mini milestone

Posted on 7 Jan 2016 by Jonny Williamson

JCB is celebrating following the production of its 100,000th mini excavator, with the promise of more innovative machines to come as the company builds on its position as an industry leader.

JCB’s first mini excavator – an 801 model weighing in at 1.4 tonnes – rolled off the production line in 1989 when just over 450 machines were made. By 1992, there were four models in the range and annual production rates had risen to 1,000 units. Now the company is celebrating the production of its…

This content is for subscribers only. Subscribe now for free to read the full article.