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RT80 Ride-On Trencher

Ditch Witch introduces the RT80 ride-on trencher, a powerful and versatile mid-range machine equipped for heavy-duty trenching in small places.

Ditch Witch
December 8, 2015
RT80 Ride-On Trencher

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Ditch Witch's RT80 ride-on trencher is versatile mid-range machine equipped for heavy-duty trenching in small places.

Powered by a 74.5-hp turbocharged Deutz Tier 4 diesel engine, the RT80 features a compact design and extensive axle capacity to give the machine a static load rating of 39,000 lbs.

For improved versatility, the RT80 has a tight turn radius and is equipped with a three-speed, shift-on-the-fly ground drive control, providing operators more options as job-site conditions and requirements change. The machine also features a standard cruise control system that senses changing load conditions and automatically adjusts for uninterrupted performance.

The RT80 has many attachment selections, including a centerline trencher, sliding trencher, vibratory plow, earth saw, combination trencher/plow, microtrencher, backhoe, and reel carrier. In addition, removable side panels provide easy access to all engine compartments and maintenance points, advancing machine uptime and reducing maintenance costs.  

The RT80 ride-on trencher provides operators with precise dial control of ground drive speed and attachments as well as an LCD color display that shows all engine information and diagnostics.

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