ROTOTILT UK celebrated a standout machine launch at ScotPlant 2026, with Owen Gillard Groundworks unveiling a new JCB 4CX fitted with a specially finished black Rototilt RC3 tiltrotator.
The machine, supplied as a limited edition JCB 4CX and painted in a black finish, drew plenty of attention at the show, both for its appearance and the specialist attachment package fitted to it.
At the centre of the build is a Rototilt RC3 with a black-painted rotor housing and QC45 QuickChange set-up, creating a machine that Rototilt described as combining ‘head-turning looks with serious capability on site’.
The launch also marked an important moment for Rototilt’s presence in Scotland, with Solway Machinery Sales now appointed as the Rototilt dealer for Scotland. The move is designed to strengthen Rototilt’s dealer support in the region and give Scottish contractors a dedicated local point of contact for the manufacturer’s tiltrotators, attachments, service and support.
The story behind the build began in Vindeln, Sweden, where Owen Gillard of Owen Gillard Groundworks was invited to visit Rototilt Group AB’s manufacturing facility. Joining him on the trip were Les Aitchison of Solway Machinery Sales and Malcolm Long of Rototilt Limited.
Following a tour of the factory, Owen was given the moment he had been waiting for: the reveal of his new RC3 tiltrotator. Finished with a specially painted black rotor housing, the unit had been prepared to match the distinctive JCB 4CX and create a one-off package ready for its public debut at ScotPlant.
The RC3 sits in Rototilt’s compact-to-mid-range tiltrotator line-up and is designed for machines in the 6–12 tonne class. With its tilt and rotation capability, the model is said to give operators greater control when grading, shaping, trenching and working in restricted areas.
The addition of Rototilt QuickChange technology further enhances the working potential, allowing compatible attachments to be changed quickly and safely from the cab.
Owen Gillard said, “To see where the Rototilt units are built and then have my own RC3 revealed at the factory was a great experience. The black finish looks incredible and paired with the JCB 4CX it has turned into a really unique machine. It is not just about looks either — this set-up is going to be a very useful tool for the type of work we do.”
Les Aitchison of Solway Machinery Sales added, “It has been great to be involved in bringing this machine together for Owen. The JCB 4CX is already a very capable machine, but with the Rototilt RC3 and QuickChange system fitted, it becomes a much more flexible package. The black finish gives it something extra and makes it a real showpiece.
“With Solway Machinery Sales now appointed as Rototilt dealer for Scotland, we are looking forward to supporting more customers across the region and helping contractors get the most from their machines through the right tiltrotator and attachment set-up.”
Malcolm Long of Rototilt Limited said the project demonstrated the strong relationship between manufacturer, dealer and customer.
“This was a special build for a special customer,” he explained. “Owen is passionate about his machines and wanted something that would stand out while still delivering real working benefits. The RC3 with QuickChange gives him the control, flexibility and productivity advantages Rototilt is known for, while the black rotor housing ties the whole machine together perfectly.
“Solway Machinery Sales’ appointment as Rototilt dealer for Scotland is also an important step for us. Having the right local dealer support is essential, and Solway brings strong industry knowledge, customer relationships and on-the-ground support for Scottish operators.”
The machine was displayed on the Rototilt stand at ScotPlant, where visitors had the chance to see the finished package up close.
For Rototilt UK, the launch was more than a product display. It was a chance to tell the story of a customer-led project, from a factory visit in northern Sweden to a show stand in Scotland, while also highlighting the company’s growing dealer network and support for contractors in Scotland.
