JCB India Limited – Haryana

JCB India Limited’s Ballabgarh facility in Faridabad, Haryana, is the flagship manufacturing plant of the company in India. Established as the largest backhoe loader production unit in the world, this plant not only caters to the domestic construction equipment market but also exports to more than 100 countries. With state-of-the-art technology, robust logistics connectivity, and proximity to Delhi, the facility is both a production hub and a significant industrial landmark.

About

JCB India Limited is a subsidiary of J.C. Bamford Excavators (UK) and a leader in construction equipment manufacturing. The Ballabgarh plant is its largest global facility for backhoe loaders and serves as the company’s headquarters in India.

Description

Established: 1979 (Ballabgarh facility operational since early 1980s)

Produces: Backhoe Loaders, Skid Steer Loaders, Telehandlers, Diesel Generators, Diesel Engines

Significance: World’s largest producer of backhoe loaders, major exporter to over 100 countries.

Speciality

Largest JCB backhoe loader manufacturing plant in the world

Exports to multiple global markets

Training center for machine operators and welders

Address

No. 23/7 (2317), Mathura Road (NH‑19), Ballabgarh, Faridabad – 121004, Haryana, India

Location (Latitude & Longitude in Single Line)

28.2980° N, 77.3340° E

Visiting Timings

Working Days: Monday – Friday

Hours: 08:00 AM – 05:30 PM

(Factory visits require prior permission from JCB corporate office)

Traveling Facilities

By Road: Connected via NH‑19 (Mathura Road) from Delhi/NCR

By Rail: Ballabgarh Railway Station ≈ 2–3 km from plant

By Air: Indira Gandhi International Airport ≈ 45–50 km from plant

Food Facilities

Local dhabas, restaurants, and small hotels along Mathura Road

Faridabad city offers multi-cuisine restaurants within 10 km

Stay Facilities

Hotels and guesthouses in Ballabgarh & Faridabad

Ranges from budget lodges to mid-range hotels

Nearby Visiting Places

Nahar Singh Mahal – Historical fort/palace (Ballabgarh)

Badhkal Lake – Tourist & picnic spot (Faridabad)

Surajkund Mela Grounds – Cultural fair venue (Faridabad)

Town Park – Local park (Faridabad)

Nearby Transport Hubs

Railway Station: Ballabgarh Railway Station (≈ 2–3 km)

Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (≈ 45–50 km)

Bus Station: Ballabgarh Bus Stand (≈ 2 km)

Routes to Industry

Bus Routes: Haryana Roadways and private buses from Delhi, Gurgaon, and Faridabad stop at Ballabgarh

Train Routes: Direct local/intercity trains from Delhi to Ballabgarh station

Air Routes: From IGI Airport via taxi, cab, or airport metro + rail to Ballabgarh

Preferable Visiting Season

October to March (Cool & pleasant weather)

Avoid peak summer (April–June)

Nearby Shopping – Famous For

Ballabgarh & Faridabad: Street food, local markets

Faridabad: Furniture, handicrafts, metal works, textiles

JCB India Limited’s Ballabgarh plant is not only an industrial powerhouse but also a symbol of India’s engineering excellence in the global market. Its strategic location near Delhi, modern infrastructure, and export-oriented production make it a key industrial site. For visitors, the facility’s proximity to cultural and historical landmarks, along with convenient travel access, makes it an interesting and informative industrial visit destination.