A leading drainage contractor has bought the first of the brand-new JCB 2.5 tonne mini excavator models to reach Northern Ireland.
Crumlin-based Philip Wilson Land Drainage has taken delivery of the new zero tailswing 25Z-1 model, which will be put to work on a range of agricultural, domestic, and commercial contracting jobs across the country.
Supplied by dealer Dennison JCB, the brand-new JCB 25Z-1 joins a JCB 56Z-2 compact excavator, 8008 micro excavator, CT160-100 vibratory tandem roller, and a 531-70 Loadall telescopic handler already in Philip Wilson Land Drainage’s fleet.
The 25Z-1 is the latest addition to JCB’s range of compact excavators. Powered by an EU Stage V engine, the zero tailswing model boasts a redesigned cab, improved dig-end geometry, and electro-proportional auxiliary, swing, and dozer controls.
Philip Wilson Land Drainage Owner, Jeff Wilson, said:
“We buy JCB because they are reliable and the back-up and service from Dennison JCB is excellent. This latest machine is ideal – it will be perfect for what we’re doing. We wanted to put a rotating grab on an excavator of this size, which we couldn’t do with our previous machine, so it was time for a change as we needed that capability.
“We’re keen to invest in zero tailswing machines as a lot of the work we do is in very compact areas, so this was a key feature for us. We also needed a machine which we could tow behind a pick-up which again the JCB can do, so it’s the perfect machine for our requirements.”
With an overall width of 1,500mm, the 25Z-1 tips the scales at just 2,550kg. The machine can be towed behind a van or a 4×4, making it easy to move the excavator between job sites. It is equipped with nine tie-down points, for secure transportation without chains or straps cutting into rubber tracks.
Established in 1969 by Jeff’s father Philip, Philip Wilson Land Drainage undertakes land drainage contracting work for the agricultural industry, as well as commercial and domestic work across Northern Ireland.
