JCB 701/21201 is the forward, neutral and reverse column switch with yellow lever, mounting bracket and two plug-in leads. It is used on JCB backhoe loaders. This aftermarket version has the same mounting and electrical connector as the original, so it plugs in and bolts on where the old one came off.
Sold as one unit. Check the number on your old part, or in the parts manual for your machine, before ordering.
Technical properties & sizes
Specifications
| Part Type |
Forward Reverse Column Switch |
| Replaces |
JCB 701/21201 |
| Switch type |
Forward / neutral / reverse column switch |
| Mounting |
Steering column bracket |
| Connector |
Two plug-in leads |
| Fits |
JCB 2CX, 3CX and 4C backhoe loaders |
| Condition |
New, aftermarket |
| Stat. HS-Code |
853650 |
| Country of Manufacture |
China |
Compatibility
JCB machines
JCB 2CX, 3CX and 4C backhoe loaders
Check the part number on your old unit before ordering.
Part numbers
| JCB Part No.(SPM Part No.)
|
Fits |
|
701/21201(SPM-HEP-4078)
|
JCB 2CX, 3CX and 4C backhoe loaders |
Applications & use cases
Machine will not drive or change direction
When forward or reverse will not engage, or the machine drops out of drive, a worn column switch is a common cause once the fuses and transmission solenoids check out.
Intermittent drive
Worn contacts give drive that cuts in and out. Replace the switch before it strands the machine on site.
Broken lever
A cracked or loose lever cannot be repaired properly; the switch is replaced as a unit.
Fitting tips
Disconnect the battery, unplug the switch at its connectors, and fit the new switch to the same column bracket. Check forward, neutral and reverse before work.
Price beat guarantee
We check what other aftermarket sellers charge for this same part. Their prices on the date we checked:
| Seller |
Price |
Checked |
| FridayParts |
USD 44.10 |
23 Oct 2026 |
| SINOCMP |
USD 99.00 |
23 Oct 2026 |
| WDPart |
USD 109.30 |
23 Oct 2026 |
| Spare Part Mart |
USD 35.28 |
Today |
Our price of USD 35.28 is 20% to 68% less than these sellers.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this a genuine JCB part?
No. It is an aftermarket part made to fit in place of JCB 701/21201. It is not made by or affiliated with JCB; the JCB part number is used only to show what it replaces.
Will it fit my machine?
It fits JCB 2CX, 3CX and 4C backhoe loaders. Machines change parts between serial number ranges, so check the number on your old part or in your parts manual.
Does it fit without changes?
It has the same mounting and electrical connector as the original. Check the plug and terminals match your old part, and test it before putting the machine back to work.