• Handbrake sensor suitable for JCB Loader - 701/72500
  • Handbrake sensor suitable for JCB Loader - 701/72500
Handbrake sensor suitable for JCB Loader - 701/72500
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Handbrake sensor suitable for JCB Loader

Catalog number:SKX1036219A Nr OEM:701/72500 Manufacturer:GX-AFTER
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Handbrake Sensor suitable for JCB - 701/72500

Technical Specification and Compatibility

A reliable handbrake sensor 701/72500 by GX-AFTER. This is a key safety system component in a wide range of JCB machines, from 3CX/4CX backhoe loaders to telehandlers and wheel loaders. This sensor detects the position of the parking brake lever and sends a signal to the dashboard, activating the warning light (red brake icon). In many machines, it also acts as a drive interlock.

Part Number: 701/72500
Alternative Numbers: 701/42000 / 704/70400
Type: Handbrake / Parking Brake Sensor Switch

GX-AFTER is the smart choice for your machine. We provide high-class replacements that combine excellent quality with an attractive price. Each part is carefully verified to ensure full compatibility and reliability you can depend on.

Features of the 701/72500 Sensor

Critical for Safety: Immediately informs the operator that the handbrake is engaged, preventing driving off.
Durable Construction: Resistant to vibrations, dust, and grease present around the transmission and brake mechanism.
Precise Operation: Provides an accurate signal, eliminating false warnings or lack of response.
Wide Compatibility: Used in dozens of popular JCB machine models, including 3CX, 4CX, and various loaders.

Application in machinery

Brand Type / Series / Model
JCB Backhoe Loaders: 2DX, 3CX, 4CX
JCB Wheel Loaders: 407, 408, 409, 411, 411B, 412, 414, 435
JCB Telehandlers: 526-56, 528, 528-70, 530, 535-95, 537, 540, 540-170
JCB Other: FASTRAC, JS Excavators, ROBOT, TELETRUK, Forklifts

The list above is for reference. It is crucial to verify the part number 701/72500 on your old sensor.

Related Parts and Hardware

When replacing the sensor, we recommend checking the handbrake cable, the lever mechanism, and the dashboard warning light.

⚠️ Safety Warning

A faulty handbrake sensor is extremely dangerous. If it fails to warn the operator that the brake is applied, attempting to drive can burn out the brake linings and overheat the axle. If the sensor fails and the machine is left without the brake applied (and no warning), it can roll away, leading to a tragedy.

Part Role in the Machine and Failure Diagnostics

The 701/72500 sensor is a limit switch mounted near the parking brake lever mechanism. When the lever is pulled, it presses the sensor, which closes an electrical circuit. This illuminates the red brake warning light on the dashboard. In many machines, this signal is also used by the control module to lock the shuttle (reverser), preventing the machine from driving with the handbrake engaged.

  • Handbrake light does not illuminate when the lever is pulled.
  • Handbrake light stays on even when the lever is released (stuck sensor).
  • Machine will not drive (reverser is locked) and the brake light is on (false signal).
  • Visible mechanical damage to the sensor (cracked housing, broken plunger).

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🔧 Expert Guide: Key Installation Tips

  1. Disconnect Battery: Always disconnect the negative battery terminal before working on electrical components.
  2. Test First: Before replacing, "jump" the wires in the sensor's plug. If the light turns on, the wiring is good, and the sensor is faulty.
  3. Correct Adjustment: After installing, check that the brake lever properly depresses the sensor switch. Minor adjustment of the sensor or activating tab may be needed.
  4. Clean Contacts: Ensure the plug is clean, dry, and free of corrosion before connecting the new sensor.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What does this sensor do?

Its main role is to turn on the red parking brake warning light on the dashboard when the handbrake lever is engaged.

My machine won't drive and the brake light is on. Is the sensor at fault?

Very likely. Many JCB machines have a drive interlock that prevents driving with the handbrake on. If the 701/72500 sensor is stuck in the "on" position, the machine thinks the brake is engaged and locks the reverser, even if the lever is off.

What is the difference between 701/72500 and 701/42000?

These are interchangeable (alternative) numbers for the same part. 701/42000 and 704/70400 are older part numbers that have been superseded by 701/72500. All are fully compatible.

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Do you have doubts or need confirmation to avoid costly downtime? Call us. Our experts will help you select the right part to get your equipment back to work as quickly as possible.

SKX1036219A
701/72500
0.04 kg

Data sheet

SUITABLE FOR
JCB
MACHINE TYPE
BACKHOE LOADER
EXCAVATOR
FORKLIFT
TELESCOPIC HANDLER
WHEELED LOADER
OEM NUMBERS
701/72500 / 701/42000 / 704/70400

Specific References

MPN
701/72500
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  • Serwis Kop Sp. z o.o. Sp. K.
  • Podkarpacka 57a
  • 35-082 Rzeszów
  • Poland
  • [email protected]
  • +48178643100

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  • Serwis Kop Sp. z o.o. Sp. K.
  • Podkarpacka 57A
  • 35-082 Rzeszów
  • Poland
  • [email protected]
  • +48178643100
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    PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
    SUITABLE FOR
    JCB
    MACHINE TYPE
    BACKHOE LOADER
    EXCAVATOR
    FORKLIFT
    TELESCOPIC HANDLER
    WHEELED LOADER
    OEM NUMBERS
    701/72500 / 701/42000 / 704/70400

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