JCB Scrapbook – Celebrating 80 years of engineering innovation

Written by Martin Port, this updated and expanded edition traces JCB from Joseph Cyril Bamford’s first trailer in 1945 to the company’s latest hydrogen combustion technology. Drawing on the JCB archives, it brings together the machines, milestones, people and achievements that have shaped a globally recognised British brand.

From the invention of the backhoe loader to record-breaking engineering projects and international expansion, this richly illustrated volume captures the innovation, ambition and character behind JCB.

• Updated and expanded to celebrate JCB’s 80th anniversary
• Covers the company’s history from 1945 to the present day
  
• Explores the story of founder Joseph Cyril Bamford
  
• Features key JCB machines, milestones and engineering achievements
  
• Includes material from the company’s own archives
  
• Covers JCB advertising, promotion and global growth
  
• Features record-breaking projects and high-speed engineering
  
• Includes the latest hydrogen combustion engine developments

A fascinating celebration of British engineering, JCB Scrapbook is ideal for JCB enthusiasts, engineering fans, machinery collectors and anyone interested in the history of one of Britain’s most successful industrial brands.