Ditch Witch 1820

 

Ditch Witch 1820
Featuring extra power, rugged components and straightforward operation, the Ditch Witch 1820 is a compact walk-along trencher designed for installation of underground service lines at residential and commercial sites.

$4,800

Full specs listed below pictures.

 







Power

bulletHonda Air-cooled GX610 producing 17.5 flywheel ho4rsepower (13 kW) under full load.
Productivity and Performance
bulletCompact, walkalong design.
bulletExtra power for greater productivity.
bulletEfficient mechanical digging chain drive trenches to depths of 48 inches (1220 mm), depending on boom and chain.
bulletThree optional pivots for trench widths from 3.25 to 16 inches (85 - 405 mm).
bulletDrive wheels can be steered during trenching.
bulletDrive wheels can be locked for straight-line trenching or one wheel freed for maneuverability.
Reliability
bulletStronger digging chain sprocket hub.
bulletLarger sheaves on headshaft drive for longer belt life.
bulletSealed, weatherproof electrical connectors; automotive-type fuse.
Operator Efficiency
bulletAll controls accessible from operator's station.
bulletColor-coded control levers match colors on easy-to-read instruction panel.
bulletInterlock module stops engine if operator releases forward-reverse-steering control lever.
bulletRecessed location protects key from accidental breakage.
Maintenance
bulletNo drive chains to adjust.
bulletReduced maintenance service points.
bulletEasy access to service areas.

Dimensions
U.S.
Metric
Trench depth, max.
48 in
1.22 m
Trench width, min. to max
3.3-16 in
85-405 mm
Boom travel up
60°
60°
Boom travel down
66°
66°
Headshaft height
11 in
280 mm
Length-transport
81 in
2.06 m
Width-transport
35.6 in
905 mm
Height-transport
63 in
1.6 m
Tread
27 in
685 mm
Angle of departure
84°
84°
Wheelbase
43 in
1.09 m
Centerline trench to outside edge machine, left
16.3 in
415 mm
Centerline trench to outside edge machine, right
19.3 in
490 mm
Angle of approach
32°
32°
Angle of approach w/boring attachment
17°
17°
Spoil discharge reach
13.2 in
335 mm
*NOTE: Dimensions are based on narrow tread and 8 in (203mm) pivot.
Operational
U.S.
Metric
Vehicle speeds
 
 
Maximum forward
142 fpm
43 mpm
Maximum reverse
86 fpm
26 mpm
Vehicle clearance circle(SAE)
20.7 in
6.3 mm
Digging chain speed @ 207 rpm
290 fpm
88 mpm
Tire steering angle
Inside tire
28.5°
28.5°
Outside tire
23°
23°
Spoil handling
Auger-type: single open end
Auger-size
1885 in OD x 1.5 in ID x 11.5 in long
476 mm OD x 40 mm ID x 290 mm long
Trencher cleaner type: Mechanical
Trencher cleaner size
4 - 16 in
100 - 405 mm
Operating weight (based on roller boom and narrow width digging chain)
1300 lb
590kg
Power Train
U.S.
Metric
Ground Drive Transmission
(Drive and Dig) - Infinitely variable from zero to maximum, enclosed gear box to axle, speed and direction controlled with single lever.
Clutch - Mechanical, hand operated, spring loaded with tension roller for belt drive.
Belt - 2 strand 3V "Power Band"
Tires - drive: 23 x 8.50 - 12 23 x 10.50 - 12 (option)
Tire - trail: 16 x 6.50 - 8
Trencher Drive
Mechanical: Belt drive to enclosed reduction drive, headshaft
Belt: 3 strand "Power Band"
Digging Chain: 33,000 lb (15000 kg) test
Chain drive sprocket: Forged and temered
Spoil Handling Drive
Type: Mechanical, attached to and rotates with headshaft
** With 12 in pivot option * With 16 in pivot option
Power
U.S.
Metric
Engine: Honda - GX610
Type: 4-stroke, overhead valve
Fuel: Gasoline
Cooling medium: Air
Number of cylinders: 2
Displacement
37.5 cu in3
614 cm3
Bore
3.03 in
77 mm
Stroke
2.60 in
66 mm
Gross power @ 3600 rpm
18 hp
13.4 kW
*Maximum governed speed (no load)
3600 rpm
3600 rpm
**Maximum tilt angle
20°
20°
*Product support policy may be void if engine is run above "Maximum Governed Speed (no load)."
**Exceeding this operating angle will cause engine damage. This DOES NOT IMPLY machine is stable to maximum angle of engine operation.
Hydraulic System
U.S.
Metric
Drive pump capacity at 3200 rpm
12.6 gpm
48 Lpm
Filtration: Return flow, 10 micron nominal
 
 
Hydraulic motor, drive
 
 
Displacement / rev
4.9 in3
80 cm3
Function: Boom lift, steering
Type: Double acting
Steering
Type - Power on drive axle, lever controlled
Fluid Capacities
U.S.
Metric
Fuel tank - Gasoline
5.4 gal
20.4 L
Engine Oil - Honda GX610
2.6 pt
1.2 L
Hydraulic reservoir
5.5 gal
20.8 L
Hydraulic system
6.3 gal
23.7 L
Headshaft reducer oil
2.5 pt
1.2 L
Axle reducer oil
2.5 pt
1.2 L
Battery
Group 26R, 12-volt, top-post; SAE Reserve Capacity 60-80 min; SAE cold crank 450 amps.

Specifications are called out according to SAE recommended practices. Specifications are general and subject to change without notice. If exact measurements are required, equipment should be weighed and measured. Due to selected options, delivered equipment may not necessarily match that shown

 

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