500 hour engine oil and filter changes, twice as long as some machines, are achieved by the combination of two large oil filters - one full flow, the second a fine by-pass filter - which reduce servicing requirements, inconvenience and downtime.
In the unlikely event of a system malfunction, a built-in self-diagnostic facility enables rapid fault identification. To eliminate downtime with an electronic malfunction, a fall back-up system can be operator activated.

SUPERIOR COMFORT
No cab offers greater comfort. It's a high quality steel cab mounted on 6 fluid filled resilient mountings which insulate against noise and vibration while minimising movement when tracking over rough ground.
With the fully adjustable suspension seat, short stroke servo levers and lightweight track controls, the operator will find the JS160 easy and comfortable to operate.
Ventilation is exceptional with large opening door windows and a spring-assisted opening front window. The standard large capacity heater and demister can be combined with optional air conditioning for total in-cab temperature control.
The 'Cushion Control' feature reduces shock to the operator as well as to the dipper and boom during excavator operations. This is in addition to standard ram end damping.
Numerous features are fitted to enhance comfort such as a digital radio/cassette player, cigarette lighter, clock and storage area.
POWERFUL PERFORMANCE
The Isuzu turbocharged clean burn engine surpasses current European and North American low engine emissions requirements whilst providing smooth, reliable performance. Its in-line, direct injection fuel system delivers long-term, high combustion efficiency for low fuel consumption.

Automatic pre-heat glow plugs mean first-time starting whatever the climate. And with automatic warm-up, the engine avoids unnecessary wear during start-up in cold climates. For hotter, dusty environments, a large open matrix radiator is fitted with fine mesh protection.

Advanced Management System (AMS) constantly monitors operating functions. Heavy mode (H) is for heavy digging and loading jobs; Standard Mode (S) is for general excavating and loading; Light Mode (L) is for precise, lighter duty finishing work; Fine Mode (F) is for operations needing fingertip accuracy with extra pressure available for lifting.
An instant 10% power boost is available with the touch of a button for hard dig conditions while fast ram speeds reduce cycle times.
SITE SUITABILITY
The large, strong excavator boom and dipper provide a big reach and dig depth capability for this class of machine. They're also fully approved for use with hydraulic hammers.

The extra length of the LC (Long Carriage) and NLC (Narrow Long Carriage) undercarriages means increased stability, improved lift capacity and lower ground bearing pressure for soft site work. Central track chain guides and underbelly guarding give added protection for arduous site conditions.

Three travel speeds can be selected; 5.5km/h, 3.3km/h and a particularly useful slow speed of 2.3km/h. Auto shift instantly matches speed to ground conditions to prevent track stall for ease of use and enhanced site mobility.