JCB's Game-Changing Tier 4 Technology Avoids Aftertreatment, Maintains Resale Value

by Frank Manfredi
Created: July 10, 2012

A low-cost kit recalibrates the engines for use in countries that do not have ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuel available

JCB announced it can conform to Tier 4 Interim regulations through the use of its patented in-cylinder technologies.
JCB announced it can conform to Tier 4 Interim regulations through the use of its patented in-cylinder technologies.
A low-cost kit can be used to recalibrate the electronic control unit so the Ecomax engine can be operated in countries where higher sulfur fuels are used.
A low-cost kit can be used to recalibrate the electronic control unit so the Ecomax engine can be operated in countries where higher sulfur fuels are used.
The JCB Ecomax engine includes a common rail injection system and a variable geometry turbocharger.
The JCB Ecomax engine includes a common rail injection system and a variable geometry turbocharger.

It would be naive to think that the competition will sit idle and not respond to JCB’s strategy. But it will take time and in some cases it may be impossible for companies to respond with similar kits.