Ditch Witch JT5 Directional Drill
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In residential areas, new utility installations rarely miss an opportunity to throw a challenge your way. With the JT5 horizontal directional drill, you can proceed undaunted. The JT5 was designed with very specific customer input for shallow installations of cable, fiber and water systems up to 150 feet (46 m) in length beneath roads, driveways, sidewalks, sensitive landscaping, and other surface obstacles. No room to work? No problem for the compact and powerful JT5 directional drill.
Equipment Features
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Battery
SAE reserve capacity rating
85 min
SAE cold crank rating @ 0°F (-18°C)
525 amps
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.
The JT5’s 24.8-hp (18.5-kW) Kubota® diesel engine has plenty of power for all machine functions.
With 4,100 lb (18.2 kN) of thrust and 5,000 lb (22.2 kN) of pullback, the JT5 is ideal for short-range utility installations.
Your Ditch Witch equipment is backed by a worldwide network of dealers you can count on for unmatched commitment to your success. From genuine Ditch Witch parts to factory-trained service to expert advice, your Ditch Witch dealer has it all for you.
Innovative, heavy-duty anchor system keeps the JT5 secure during utility installation, reduces wear on pipe threads and enables better alignment of drill pipe during makeup.
Patented vise wrenches are designed to center the drill pipe better every time and provide an excellent view of the tool joint.
Specially designed drill pipe has a bend radius of up to 70 ft (21.3 m) and coarser, more durable threads so the pipe can level off at shallower depths.
Field-proven rack-and-pinion thrust drive for low maintenance and reliability.
Fuel tank is protected with a steel plate block and lock, for added security.
Power
Engine
Kubota® D1105
Fuel
Diesel
Cooling medium
Liquid
Injection
Indirect
Aspiration
Natural
Number of cylinders
3
Displacement
68.6 in3
1.12 L
Bore
3.07 in
78 mm
Stroke
3.09 in
78.5 mm
Manufacturer’s gross power rating
24.8 hp
18.5 kW
Rated speed
3,000 rpm
Emissions compliance
EPA Tier 4
UFE Drill Pipe
Length of drill pipe, nominal
59 in
1.5 m
Diameter of drill pipe, tool joint end
1.88 in
47.8 mm
Diameter of drill pipe
1.1 in
28 mm
Bend radius, min
70 ft
21.3 m
Weight of drill pipe
16 lb
7.25 kg
Drilling Fluid System (On Board)
Pressure, max
750 psi
51.7 bar
Flow, max
5 gpm
18.9 l/min
Ergonomic operator’s station features a stationary seat, fluid-shutoff control and easy visibility of the remote display.
Fluid Capacities
Hydraulic reservoir
8 gal
30 L
Fuel tank
13 gal
49 L
The compact, maneuverable JT5 directional drill fits through a 36-inch (910-mm) yard gate; at 120 in (3.1 m) long, it can be set up on the street without blocking traffic.
Convenient, pedal-operated lubrication system helps maximize the life of pipe joints and increase productivity.
Hood removes easily for access to engine and service points, simplifying maintenance.
Operation
U.S
Metric
Spindle speed, max
195 rpm
Spindle torque, max
550 ft·lb
746 N·m
Carriage thrust travel speed
130 fpm
40 m/min
Carriage pullback travel speed
130 fpm
40 m/min
Thrust force
4,100 lb
18.2 kN
Pullback force
5,000 lb
22.2 kN
Bore diameter
2.5 in
63.5 mm
Backream diameter, soil dependent
4.5 in
114 mm
Ground travel speed
Forward/reverse
1.53 mph
2.46 km/h
Dimensions
Length
120 in
3.1 m
Width
35.9 in
91.2 cm
Height
70 in
1.78 m
Weight
3,690 lb
1674 kg
Entry angle
10-16°
Angle of approach
18°
Angle of departure
18°