C30X Walk-Behind Trencher
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Maximize performance and your return on investment with the Ditch Witch C30X Walk-Behind Trencher. Our exclusive CX Track design delivers better traction and maneuverability in a more compact design for tighter jobsites. Responsive, easy-to-use touch controls provide smoother operation. And superior serviceability—a simple, open design for easy access and no daily grease points to worry about—means less maintenance time to keep your C30X rental-ready. Get proven Ditch Witch reliability in the latest, patented CX track design: only with the C30X.

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NOISE LEVEL
NOISE LEVEL
Ear sound pressure
93 dBA per ISO 6394
Overall sound pressure
103 dBA per ISO 6393
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VIBRATION LEVEL
VIBRATION LEVEL
Operators hand
Less than 2.5m/s2
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
U.S.
Metric
Digging drive pump capacity
10 gpm
37.85 l/min
Filtration
10 micron absolute
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FLUID CAPACITES
FLUID CAPACITES
U.S.
Metric
Fuel tank
6.2 gal
23.5 L
Engine oil
2.4 qt
2.27 L
Hydraulic system
11 gal
42 L
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Superior Support
C30XSuperior Support
Ditch Witch equipment is backed by 170 dealer locations worldwide, each with genuine Ditch Witch parts in stock plus factory-trained service and expert advice to help deliver a superior return on investment for your rental equipment.
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DIMENSIONS
DIMENSIONS
U.S.
Metric
Width
35.8 in
909 mm
Centerline trench to outside edge machine
Right
18.6 in
472 mm
Left
17.2 in
437 mm
Headshaft height
13.7 in
348 mm
Length (up to)
101 in
2.6 m
Height (up to)
75 in
1.9 m
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Options
C30XOptions
The RotoWitch® boring attachment results in fewer disturbances, less labor, and less restoration than tearing up driveways and sidewalks to complete an installation.
Our easy-to-operate backfill blade is much faster and less expensive than shovels, increasing productivity and rental revenue.
Ditch Witch also offers the S2B Trailer, a single-axle design with a full-width steel deck, with ramps for easy loading and unloading of equipment of up to 5,700 lb (2586 kg).
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Reliability
C30XReliability
New, robust, straightforward pivot design is maintenance-free and increases unit uptime.
Greaseless sealed bearing design with construction-grade seals help increase machine longevity.
No daily grease points—a Ditch Witch exclusive—means less hassle and prep to keep your trenchers rental-ready.
Standard outboard bearing support stabilizes the headshaft and auger, for reliable productivity trench after trench.
Simple, open design allows for quick, easy service access.
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Ease of Use
C30XEase of Use
Hydrostatic, skid-steer style steering provides easier operation.
Redesigned easy-touch controls are smoother and lighter for less operator fatigue and increased machine responsiveness.
Increased visibility of the workstation improves operator productivity.
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TRENCH SIZE, MAX
TRENCH SIZE, MAX
U.S.
Metric
Depth
48 in
1219 mm
Width
6 in
152 mm
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POWER TRAIN
POWER TRAIN
U.S.
Metric
Ground drive
Hydraulic, infinite variable from zero to maximum, speed and direction control
Digging Chain Drive
Hhydraulic direct drive, one speed forward and reverse
Pump Drive
Direct to engine
Track Width
8 in
200 mm
Trencher drive
Hydraulic
Direct Drive
Digging chain
19K, 33K and 35K
Ground Pressure
5 psi
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Power
C30XPower
A reliable 31-hp (23.1-kW) Vanguard™ engine keeps the C30X performing for rental income you can count on, year after year.
Up to 48” (1219.2 mm) digging depth for efficient installation of pipe and cable.
Newly designed hydraulic system eliminates vertical shafts and belts, resulting in a simple, reliable unit with no linkages to adjust.
Utilizes the Ditch Witch 35K digging system or the OptiCut system—both specifically designed to work with Ditch Witch trenchers to optimize production.
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CX Track Design
C30XCX Track Design
Exclusive, patented CX Track design puts more track on the ground for better traction while increasing stability for better production.
The shorter left track on the CX Track design allows for a more compact piece of equipment than competitive designs, offering more maneuverability in tighter spaces.
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POWER
POWER
U.S.
Metric
Engine
Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 31*
Fuel
Gasoline
Cooling
Air
Number of cylinders
2
Manufacturer’s net horsepower rating
31 hp
23.1 kW
Rated speed
3,600 rpm
Fuel consumption @ rated power
2.49 gph
9.4 LPH
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OPERATION
OPERATION
U.S.
Metric
Travel speed
Forward
176 fpm
53.6 m/min
Reverse
136 fpm
41.5 m/min
Digging chain speed @ 3,600 rpm
309 fpm
19K
366 fpm
111 56 m/min
33/35K
309 fpm
94.2 m/min
Spoils handling
Auger, type
Single, open end
Auger, diameter
17 in
432 mm
Trench cleaner type
Mechanical
Trench cleaner size
4-6 in
100-152 mm
Operating weight (up to)
2,100 lb
953 kg
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