JCB 2CX Streetmaster - any experiences?

In my ongoing search for a versatile loader I have got around to looking at JCB 2CX Streetmaster and wonder if anyone has used one for tree related work.

They look like a capable combination of front loader for moving pallets and bulk bags around the yard and back actor that could be put to work on site, possibly with options of log splitter and stump grinder/planer mounted.

Four wheel steered, 20mph and power shuttle between forward and reverse on later models I think. Less nimble than a hydrostatic loader I guess but it looks like mid-teen thousand pounds buys a machine with a lot of life left in it.

Your thoughts and experiences would be welcome.

Cheers, Tom.

Great machines.

I used to buy airmasters, remove compressor, and fit back actor kits. Only recurring problem was loose ring gears. Fetch starter out and put 4 spots of weld on. Perkins engine is reliable if not abused too much and transmission will last well if been checked for oil.

Four in one bucket really handy as is the side tip bucket. If you buy one let me know, i have loads of old books for them.

if its the one with the 3 cyl perkins in it avoid it the rest of the machine wasn't bad but the engine was woeful shook like a shi**ing dog

How long ago did you see a 3 cylinder. All the ones i seen have a phaser turbo engine in.

The back actor should handle a splitter like an LMS Woodbuster shouldn't it?

LMS Woodbuster shouldn't it?

Not too sure what that is. But if its got hammer circuit youre laughing. Put the spool on constant pump and away to go. If not a remote changeover valve would do well. Havent got hydraulic figures to hand but should be pretty good pressure and flow

81 ltr/min at 230 bar at 2200rpm.

So running sensible speed say, 1100rpm, should get 40ltr/min.

81 litres per minutes at 230 bar- that sounds like loads to me.

Woodbuster is a grab type cleaver LMS Woodbuster 870 | woodbuster | woodcracker | timber cleaver | mlarge.com

It is quite a lot. Should run that grab easily.

Saw one for sale about a year ago, large brash grab on front and the back arm had be shortened and a set of tongs fitted look a hell of a tool for small extraction jobs.