JT30 Directional Drill

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  • Directional Drills

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Our customers wanted more power to perform all functions at once. Both the JT30 and its counterpart, the JT30 All Terrain, are the most powerful and quietest drills in their class—by a long shot. And both are products of direct customer feedback from years of experience in all types of job conditions. While we'd like to take all the credit for every innovative feature, we can't. But we will take full credit for being responsive to our customers' needs.

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  • POWER PIPE FORGED



    POWER PIPE FORGED

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    Length
    120 in
    3.05 m



    Joint diameter
    2.63 in
    66.7 mm



    Pipe diameter
    2.38 in
    60 mm



    Bend radius, min
    108.2 ft
    33m



    Weight of drill pipe
    73 lb
    33 kg

  • DRILLING FLUID SYSTEM (ON BOARD)



    DRILLING FLUID SYSTEM (ON BOARD)

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    Pressure, max
    1,500 psi
    103 bar



    Flow, max
    50 gpm
    189 l/min

  • Superior Support
    JT30
    Superior Support

    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.

  • Operator's Station
    JT30
    Operator's Station

    Visibility enhanced by open-top vise wrenches and improved operator station; wrenches are angled toward the drill operator for an excellent view of the tool joint when making and breaking pipe, and all drill functions are clearly visible from operator station, with or without cab.

    Quietest directional drill in its class (max. 85 dBA operator sound pressure), so there’s less environmental impact, less disruption in urban areas and greater operator comfort.

    Optional cab features climate-controlled heat and air, for greater operator comfort and productivity.

  • BATTERY



    BATTERY








    SAE reserve capacity rating
    195 min




    SAE cold crank rating @ 0°F (-18°C)
    950 amps


  • POWER (TIER 3)



    POWER (TIER 3)








    Engine
    Cummins® QSB4.5




    Emissions compliance
    EPA Tier 3
    EU Stage IIIA



    Fuel
    Diesel




    Cooling medium
    Liquid




    Injection
    Direct




    Aspiration
    Turbocharged & charge air cooled




    Number of cylinders
    4




    Displacement
    275 in3
    4.5 L



    Bore
    4.21 in
    107 mm



    Stroke
    4.88 in
    124 kW



    Manufacturer’s gross power rating
    148 hp
    110 kW



    Rated speed
    2,300 rpm


  • POWER (TIER 4)



    POWER (TIER 4)








    Engine
    Cummins QSB4.5




    Emissions compliance
    EPA Tier 4
    EU Stage IV



    Fuel
    Diesel




    Cooling medium
    Liquid




    Injection
    Direct




    Aspiration
    Turbocharged & charge air cooled




    Number of cylinders
    4




    Displacement
    275 in3
    4.5 L



    Bore
    4.21 in
    107 mm



    Stroke
    4.88 in
    124 mm



    Manufacturer’s gross power rating
    160 hp
    119 kW



    Estimated net power rating
    152 hp
    113 kW



    Rated speed
    2,300 rpm


  • FLUID CAPACITIES



    FLUID CAPACITIES

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    Hydraulic reservoir
    27 gal
    102 L



    Fuel tank
    48 gal
    182 L



    Engine lubrication oil, w/filter
    13.7 qt
    13 L



    Engine cooling system
    24 qt
    22.7 L



    Antifreeze tank
    8 gal
    30 L



    Diesel exhaust fluid tank
    5 gal
    18.9 L

  • OPERATION



    OPERATION

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    Spindle speed, max*
    225 rpm
    225 rpm



    Spindle torque, max
    4000 ft·lb
    5420 N·m



    Carriage thrust travel speed*
    120 fpm
    37 m/min



    Carriage pullback travel speed*
    120 fpm
    37 m/min



    Thrust force*
    24,800 fpm
    110 kN



    Pullback force*
    30,000 lb
    133 kN



    Ground travel speed





    Forward
    2.4 mph
    3.9 km/h



    Reverse
    2.2 mph
    3.5 km/h

  • Productivity
    JT30
    Productivity

    Automated, intuitive carve mode reduces operator fatigue and error and is compatible with industry-leading TriHawk® HD housings and bits for exceptional efficiency and productivity.

    Heavy-duty anchor system enables you to push or pull with full machine thrust and depend on the JT30 remaining in place; better machine stability while drilling means a quick and more productive bore.

    Industry-exclusive, double-pivot drill frame allows steep entry angles without raising the tracks off the ground—no need to constantly readjust the machine even when the terrain is muddy or steep.

    Hinges on main and rear hoods allow easy access to all service points in the engine and mud pump; rear mud pump cover allows you to operate in colder conditions.

  • Innovative Design
    JT30
    Innovative Design

    Exclusive assisted makeup and breakout feature: JT30 automatically adjusts speed when making up and breaking out drill pipe, saving wear on pipe threads and reducing operator fatigue.

    Field-proven, heavy-duty rack and pinion thrust drive; welded-on double rack offers minimum maintenance and maximum reliability.

    With a narrower width (80 inches/2 m, w/o cab) than the competition, the JT30 is a higher-horsepower drill that can operate in tighter spaces.

    Advanced electronic system features improved diagnostics and customer-recommended electronic functions.

  • POWER PIPE® HD



    POWER PIPE® HD

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    Length
    118 in
    3 m



    Joint diameter
    2.75 in
    70 mm



    Pipe diameter
    2.38 in
    60 mm



    Bend radius, min
    123 ft
    37.5 m



    Weight of drill pipe, lined
    88 lb
    39 kg



    Weight of drill pipe & large box (48 pipe)
    5,204 lb
    2361 kg



    Weight of drill pipe & small box (24 pipe)
    2,897 lb
    1314 kg

  • DIMENSIONS



    DIMENSIONS

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    Transport length
    221 in
    5.61 m



    Width
    80 in
    2.03 m



    Width w/cab
    89 in
    2.26 m



    Transport height
    94 in
    2.39 m



    Operating weight
    17,080 lb
    7747 kg



    Weight w/cab
    17,975 lb
    8153 kg



    Entry angle
    10-16°




    Angle of approach
    19°




    Angle of approach, w/cab
    15°




    Angle of departure
    18°


  • Power
    JT30
    Power

    160-gross-hp (119-kW), Tier 4 engine is the most powerful in its class; full power to all machine functions greatly enhances your overall productivity.

    Equipped with 24,800 lb (110 kN) of thrust and 30,000 lb (133 kN) of pullback force for efficient installation in tough soils.

  • NOISE LEVEL



    NOISE LEVEL








    Operator sound
    86 dBA




    Operator sound w/cab
    83 dBA




    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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