A multi-disciplined contractor has invested in a fleet of seven new JCB 370X excavators – among the first of the manufacturer’s latest X Series models to be produced.
South Wales-based Walters Group has ordered the new machines to work mainly on highway earthworks projects. Supplied by Holt JCB, the first three machines have already rolled off the production line at JCB’s Heavy Products factory in Staffordshire and straight into action. They join a further three 220X models in the excavator order.
The new JCB 370X – which was unveiled earlier this year – is described as bringing ‘industry-leading’ levels of productivity, durability, and reliability to the 35-40 tonne sector. The machine is powered by a stage V/T4F 240kW (322hp) diesel engine.
Huw Richards, Walters Group chief operating officer, said, “The JCB 370X looks an extremely impressive excavator, and having gone through extensive testing pre-launch, we look forward to their introduction into our fleet. Options to buy excavators made in the UK are somewhat limited and we are keen to support JCB as it introduces an X Series model in the medium-sized excavator category.”
