Description
JCB VMT160 VMT260 Service Manual is the factory technical publication for the VMT 160-90, VMT 260-100 and VMT 260-120 vibratory rollers within the specified serial-number ranges. It covers Tier 2 and Tier 4 versions and is identified as JCB publication 9803/9530-6.
This 319-page manual is intended for trained JCB distributor service engineers and professional workshop personnel. It provides information for machine identification, maintenance and the dismantling, overhaul and servicing of specific components. The publication also contains workshop safety information, torque data, service-tool references and guidance on hydraulic connections.
Model differences are identified within the manual where applicable. The instructions assume a sound knowledge of workshop practice, hydraulic machinery maintenance and safe repair procedures.
GENERAL INFORMATION AND WORKSHOP DATA
The introductory section establishes the machine identification and workshop standards required when using the manual. It explains section numbering, machine orientation and the identification of the machine and principal components.
- Machine model and serial-number identification
- Machine identification plate and product identification number
- Engine and component identification plates
- Left-hand and right-hand machine orientation
- Zinc-plated and Dacromet fastener torque settings
- Vibromax-specific torque settings
- Service-tool numerical list and references
- Sealing and retaining compounds
- Technical terms and hydraulic schematic colour codes
CARE, SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE
The manual includes dedicated care and safety information for workshop procedures, together with scheduled maintenance data. General warnings and cautions are repeated where relevant throughout the technical sections.
- Workshop safety warnings and cautions
- Safe maintenance and repair practices
- Service schedules
- Recommended lubricants
- Cleanliness requirements for opened hydraulic connections
- Routine inspection for worn or damaged components
- Oil seal, gasket and sealing considerations
ELECTRICAL, HYDRAULIC AND STEERING SYSTEMS
Separate alphabetically coded sections address the electrics, hydraulics and steering systems. These sections are arranged for workshop servicing and component work, with technical data, circuit descriptions and operating descriptions provided where applicable within the publication.
- Electrical system service information
- Hydraulic system technical information
- Hydraulic circuit descriptions and colour coding
- Hydraulic pump identification
- Front and rear drive-motor identification
- Steering-unit identification
- O-ring face-seal hydraulic connections
- Torque Stop hose system
ENGINE AND VIBRATION SYSTEMS
The engine and vibration systems are covered in their own service sections. The manual includes engine identification guidance and dedicated information for the vibration equipment fitted to these machines.
- Engine service section
- Engine serial-number identification
- Engine component identification
- Vibration system service section
- Front vibration-motor identification
- Rear vibration-motor identification
- Component dismantling and overhaul information where specified
- Applicable technical and operating descriptions
JCB VMT160 VMT260 SERVICE MANUAL MODEL COVERAGE
- JCB VMT 160-90: serial numbers 1700515–1701469 and 2802000–2804999
- JCB VMT 260-100: serial numbers 1700515–1701469 and 2802000–2804999
- JCB VMT 260-120: serial numbers 1700515–1701469 and 2802000–2804999
MARKET VERSION
Tier 2 and Tier 4 machine versions are identified on the manual title page. This is an English-language JCB Technical Publications edition.
MANUAL DETAILS
- Manufacturer: JCB
- Manual type: Factory service manual
- Publication number: 9803/9530-6
- Page count: 319
- Models: VMT 160-90, VMT 260-100 and VMT 260-120
- Versions: Tier 2 and Tier 4
- Publication language: English
The JCB VMT160 VMT260 Service Manual is suitable for workshops maintaining machines within the confirmed serial ranges. Checking the machine identification plate before beginning work is essential because the manual specifically defines its applicability by model and serial number.
This publication is particularly useful for technicians requiring the correct factory reference for servicing, maintenance, component identification and workshop repair of the covered JCB VMT rollers.

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