HMEE British 4x4 Backhoe Loader
HMEE
Backhoe Loader
Other
Basic Information
Name
HMEE British 4x4 Backhoe Loader
Designation
HMEE
Alternate Designation
HMEE
Equipment Type
Backhoe Loader
Manufacturer
JCB
Date of Introduction
2003
Description
The JCB HMEE (High Mobility Engineer Excavator) is a military vehicle made by JCB. The HMEE is an armoured backhoe loader designed for high speeds in order to self-deploy with military convoys. Most backhoes are limited to much lower speeds.[2] It is also capable of towing heavy loads and has good off-road mobility. It is based on technology from the JCB Fastrac tractors.
Ground Specifications
Crew
2
Engine
Diesel (185 hp)
Max Speed
100.0 km/h
Range
600.0 km
System
Alternative Designation
HMEE
Type
Backhoe Loader
Manufacturer
JCB
Mission
The HMEE is used for a wide range of mobility, counter-mobility, survivability and general engineering missions. It can perform excavation tasks and then quickly self-deploy to the next mission site.
Crew
2 ea
Attachments
The HMEE has a wide array of attachments. These include a range of shovels, wide range of excavator buckets, excavator mounted hydraulic hammer, fork frame, sand bagger, snow plough and other attachments. It is capable of lifting more than 2 t and can dig to a depth of nearly 4 m.
Note
The JCB HMEE is a unique high-mobility excavation system. It can self-deploy and support fast moving forces on long range operations without the need of a trailer.
Dimensions
Length
8.54 m
Width
2.49 m
Height
3.48 m
Weight
11.99 tons
Automotive
Engine Name
Cummins ISB 02
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Power
185 hp
Transmission
INA
Maximum Speed
100 km/h
Range
600 km
Gradient
60 %
Side Slope
30 %
Vertical Step
0.62 m
Trench
0.6 m
Fording with deep Fording Kit
0.76 m
Protection
Hull Armor
INA
Applique Armor
This military construction vehicle can be fitted with an armored cab, which provides protection against small arms fire, artillery shell splinters, landmines and IEDs.
Mine Clearing
No
NBC Protection
INA
Smoke Equipment
INA
Details
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Category
Land
Land
Filter Label
H
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
8.54 m
Width
2.49 m
Height
3.48 m
Weight
11990 kg
Operators (8)
United States
United Kingdom
Israel
Sweden
Spain
Australia
Ireland
New Zealand
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