Can you use a trencher with rocks?

Can you use a trencher with rocks?

“You can take that same 100-hp trencher and put a rock and frost chain on it and put it in soft, loamy ground and you still won’t get anything done because you won’t be cleaning the ditch.” “Although they aren’t as productive, rock teeth are necessary for penetrating the ground,” adds Jon Kuyers, Vermeer.

How deep does a mini trencher dig?

Smaller models can often dig trenches between 1 and 4 feet deep and between 4 and 16 inches wide. Larger trenchers can dig ditches up to 18 feet deep and 4 feet wide.

How wide is a mini trencher?

Dimensions and Specifications

Engine Power 4 kw (Honda & Briggs), 4.3 kw (Subaru)
Maximum Chain Speed 180 feet/Minute (60 meters/Minute)
Weight 230 lbs. (104.5 kg)
Length 60 inches (152 cm)
Width 24 inches (61 cm)

Will trencher go through gravel driveway?

Fortunately, the answer is yes, the trencher can indeed dig through gravel. In fact, the trencher can get through more than just dirt. It can also dig up hard-packed clay and a number of other materials you wouldn’t think could be trenched.

Can you use a trencher in wet soil?

“The biggest worry with the rain and the soggy ground conditions is losing the trench.,” stated Gerry Genier, Somerville’s job site superintendent. “If it collapses after you cut it, if it caves in, you can’t go back with the trencher because then the ground won’t support it.

How wide of a trench does a walk behind trencher make?

3 to 16 inches wide
You can commonly dig a trench from 12 to 48 inches deep and 3 to 16 inches wide using a rented walk-behind trencher. Most compact ride-on trenchers let you dig trenches about 48 inches deep and up to 12 inches wide, but some heavy-duty trenchers allow you to dig trenches as deep as 6 feet and as wide as 16 inches.

What trencher is the best?

Here are the ‘Top Five’ best Trencher brands in Australia

  • Ditch Witch Trencher. Ditch Witch are well-known within the underground construction industry, bringing expert engineering and design to their innovative products.
  • Vermeer Trencher.
  • Toro Trencher.
  • Ditch Witch Trencher.
  • Vermeer Trencher.
  • Toro Trencher.

How wide is Ditch Witch trench?

Description. At only 32″ (813 mm) wide, the Ditch Witch 1030 walk-behind compact trencher can go anywhere and dig in any type of dirt, thanks to the variety of digging chains it can run, including the patented, super-durable Shark Chain II trencher chain.

Can a walk behind trencher dig through gravel?

A walk-behind trencher is adequate for digging a drainage trench in most gravel driveways. If your gravel driveway is extremely hard-packed due to industrial vehicle traffic, a ride-on trencher may be necessary to dig a trench through gravel.

Why choose a Vermeer rockwheel trencher?

And to cut through rock, concrete and other tough surfaces, look no further than Vermeer rockwheel trenchers. Vermeer trenchers, cable plows and rockwheels are built for a wide range of weather and ground conditions, helping you to meet jobsite expectations.

What size rock saw do I need for a trencher?

55-69HP Trencher w/Rockwheel. A ride-on rock saw designed to cut through solid rock, concrete and asphalt with cutting depths up to 24″ and a backfill blade for backfilling trenches and cleanup operations. Cuts through solid rock, concrete and asphalt.

Why choose Sunbelt trencher?

Availability, Reliability, and Ease. That’s The Sunbelt Promise. Your focus is getting things done. Whether you’re familiar with Ride-On Rock Saw or not, Sunbelt experts are here when you need them for 55-69HP Trencher w/Rockwheel support.

Do you need ride-on Rock saw for 55-69hp trencher W/rockwheel support?

Whether you’re familiar with Ride-On Rock Saw or not, Sunbelt experts are here when you need them for 55-69HP Trencher w/Rockwheel support. No matter the issue, a solution is a phone call away to your local Sunbelt support team.