RT45

TRACTOR

RIDE-ON

RT45 TRACTOR

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User-friendly operation, with color-coded speed/ direction and attachment controls easily accessible by operator; backfill blade controlled by a highly responsive joystick.

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Advanced operator presence system designed to promote safety by stopping the engine when operator leaves the seat.

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Operator’s station features one-piece molded instrument console designed to provide ample legroom and greater visibility.

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Direct-coupled, high-torque digging chain motor designed for increased production and reliability.

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Easy-to-use foot pedal that controls infinitely variable ground drive forward and reverse.

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Heavy-duty engine mount for high-vibration applications.

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Advanced air-filtration system designed to improve engine performance; air filter elements are easy to access and replace.

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Exhaust system is mounted under a composite hood with a horizontal exhaust pipe, diverting noise and hot air from the operator.

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Tier 4, 49-hp

(36.5-kW) Deutz ® diesel engine is designed for minimal maintenance and maximum operator productivity.

With the increased horsepower from its Tier 4 engine, the new Ditch Witch

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RT45 is the ideal machine to muscle through the earth —with your choice of trencher, backhoe, earth saw, vibratory plow, microtrencher, or combination trencher/plow attachments—while you enjoy its roomy, comfortable operator’s station. With their exceptional power and many customer-driven design features, it’s no surprise that Ditch Witch trenchers have been the rental industry’s number one choice in this horsepower class for the last 50 years.

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Engine service points are easily accessible from one side, simplifying maintenance.

RT45 TRACTOR ATTACHMENTS

H516 TRENCHER

U.S.

METRIC

H331 VIBRATORY PLOW

DIMENSIONS

Angle of departure

Cover depth, feed blade, max

22°

24 in

Transport length, plow w/blade 169 in

Offers both feed and pull blades. Maximum cover depth (feed blade) of 24 in (610 mm).

H350 TRENCHER/PLOW COMBO

DIMENSIONS*

610 mm

4.3 m

Angle of departure

Trench depth, max

Trench width, min to max

PLOW DIMENSIONS

Angle of departure, transport, 18-in (457-mm) blade

Cover depth

GENERAL

Operating weight, w/out augers, boom, chain, and plow blade

33°

42 in

6-8 in

17°

24 in

1.1 m

150-200 mm

610 mm

1,500 lb 680 kg

* Dimensions are based on shortest roller boom, 26 x 12-12 standard tire and wheel, and 12-in (305-mm) pivot.

Trenches up to 42 in (1.07 m) deep and 8 in (200 mm) wide. Plows to a cover depth of 24 in (610 mm).

H313 TRENCHER

DIMENSIONS*

Angle of departure

Trench depth, max

17°

63 in 1.6 m

Trench width, min to max

Attachment weight

6-12 in

610 lb

150-305 mm

277 kg

* Dimensions are based on shortest roller boom, 26 x 12-12 standard tire and wheel and 12-in (305-mm) pivot.

A centerline trencher w/a maximum trench depth of 63 in (1.6 m).

H314 TRENCHER

DIMENSIONS*

Angle of departure

Trench depth, max

Trench width, min to max

Center

Offset

Attachment weight

35°

52 in

6-12 in

6-8 in

570 lb

1.3 m

150-305 mm

150-200 mm

260 kg

* Dimensions are based on shortest roller boom, 26 x 12.00-12 standard tire and wheel, and 12-in (305-mm) pivot.

H342 SAW

DIMENSIONS

Angle of departure

Trench depth, max

Overall length, transport

Number of teeth on saw wheel

Attachment weight

2.5-in (65-mm) segments

3.5-in (90-mm) segments

5-in (130-mm) segments

14°

18 in

162 in

36

1,550 lb

1,610 lb

1,660 lb

Offers 18-in (455-mm) digging depth, w/optional widths of 2.5 to 5 in (63.5 to 127 mm).

A322 BACKHOE

DIMENSIONS

455 mm

4.1 m

700 kg

730 kg

755 kg

Backhoe length, stowed

Digging depth, max

Reach from swing pivot

GENERAL

Bucket width

Bucket capacity

Backhoe weight w/bucket

60 in

72 in

102 in

12 in

1.1 ft 3

1,125 lb

Swing arc 160°

Features a remote blade lift and throttle. Maximum digging depth of 72 in (1.83 m).

MT12 MICROTRENCHER

DIMENSIONS, w/31 x 10 solid tires

Angle of departure

Trench depth 1-ft (25.4-mm) increments

Blade diameter

Trench width

19°

6.5-12.5 in

34 in

0.75-1.5 in

Attachment weight (includes mount kit) 1,400 lb

1.5 m

1.8 m

2.6 m

305 mm

0.03 m 3

511 kg

165-318 mm

864 mm

19-38 mm

636 kg ditchwitch.com

RT45 TRACTOR SPECIFICATIONS

U.S.

METRIC

DIMENSIONS*

Height (H1)

Length, transport (L2)

Width (W2)

Basic unit weight

Wheelbase (L4)

Spoil discharge reach, min to max

Tread (W4)

Ground clearance, min

POWER

Engine

Fuel

Cooling medium

Injection

Aspiration

Number of cylinders

Displacement

Bore

Stroke

Gross power

Rated speed

Emissions compliance

POWER TRAIN

Ground drive transmission

86 in

155 in

64 in

3,240 lb

48 in

17-20 in

46 in

7 in

Differentials

Parking brake

Service brake

Attachment drive transmission

Trencher drive transmission

2.18 m

3.9 m

1.6 m

1470 kg

1.22 m

430-510 mm

1.2 m

180 mm

Deutz ® D2.9 L4

Diesel

Water

Direct

Natural

4

177 in³

3.6 in

4.3 in

49 hp

2,600 rpm

EPA Tier 4

2.9 L

92 mm

110 mm

36.5 kW

EU Stage IIIA

Hydrostatic drive, infinitely variable from zero to maximum, foot-pedal and handlever operated speed/direction control

Dana Model 44, limited slip;

Dana Model 60, limited slip

Disc, hand-operated

Ground drive speed/direction control brakes machine hydraulically when moved to neutral position

Hydrostatic, lever operated, speed infinitely variable from zero to maximum forward with limited stroke reverse

Hydrostatic

* Dimensions are based on H313 attachment and shortest roller boom length, 26 x 12-12 standard tire and wheel, and 12-inch pivot.

** Operating weight based on H313 attachment, longest roller boom, heaviest chain, 175 lb operator, and 26 x 12-12 tires.

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.

U.S.

METRIC

OPERATION**

Forward speed, max

Reverse speed, max

Vehicle clearance circle

Front steer only

Coordinated steer

4.7 mph

2.7 mph

28 ft

20 ft

7.6 km/h

4.4 km/h

8.5 m

6.1 m

Digging chain speed, max

(2,600 rpm engine speed)

Operating weight

460 fpm

5,375 lb

140 m/min

2438 kg

Headshaft speed, max

(2,600 rpm engine speed)

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM @ 2,600 RPM

Ground drive pump capacity 31.5 gpm

Ground drive pump relief pressure 3,650 psi

Attachment drive

Trencher

Plow/saw

Attachment pump capacity

233 rpm

5,000 psi

3,750 psi

31.5 gpm

11.5 gpm Auxiliary pump capacity

Auxiliary pump relief pressure

NOISE LEVEL

Operator

2,100 psi

119 l/min

252 bar

345 bar

259 bar

119 l/min

44 l/min

145 bar

96 dBA sound pressure per ISO 6394

108 dBA sound power per ISO 6393 Exterior

FLUID CAPACITIES

Fuel tank

Engine oil

Hydraulic system

13 gal

6.4 qt

13 gal

9.5 gal

49 L

6.1 L

49 L

36 L Hydraulic reservoir

Coolant

BACKFILL BLADE

Blade width

Blade height

Lift height, above ground

Blade drop, below ground

Swing angle, max

3 gal

64 in

14 in

12 in

8 in

11 L

1.6 m

355 mm

300 mm

200 mm

28° Left/right

Tilt angle

Up/down

TIRES/PRESSURE

26 x 12-12, 4-ply bar lug

29 x 12.50-15, 8-ply bar lug

(optional)

BATTERY

Group

11°

1,780 lb @ 20 psi

2,150 lb @ 30 psi

807 kg @ 1.40 bar

975 kg @ 2.07 bar

SAE reserve capacity rating

Cold crank rating @ 0°F (-18°C)

Auxiliary power outlet

26/26R/70

165 min

850 amps

12V, 5 amps

FIND THE SUPPORT YOU NEED AT YOUR DITCH WITCH

®

DEALER, INCLUDING:

DIGGING SYSTEMS

Replacing worn digging system components is essential to maintaining maximum productivity from your trencher. See your dealer for genuine Ditch

Witch chain, specially manufactured headshaft sprockets and digging teeth, which are designed to work together as a system to provide unparalleled trenching performance.

PARTS

Tires, rubber tracks, o-ring kits, decals, paint, filters, hydraulic cylinder kits, belts, and many other accessories and replacement parts are available at your local Ditch Witch dealership, where you’ll also find expert advice that comes from years of experience in the underground construction industry.

SERVICE

Your Ditch Witch dealership offers professional service technicians who are extensively trained in every aspect of Ditch Witch equipment maintenance and repair. Ask a service representative about our Orange Armor ® Planned

Maintenance program, a schedule of maintenance at factory-suggested intervals that keeps your equipment in peak operating condition.

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©2014 The Charles Machine Works, Inc.