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


  • VIBRATION LEVEL



    VIBRATION LEVEL








    Operators hand
    Less than 2.5m/s2


  • HYDRAULIC SYSTEM



    HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

    U.S.
    Metric





    Digging drive pump capacity
    10 gpm
    37.85 l/min



    Filtration
    10 micron absolute


  • 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

  • Superior Support
    C30X
    Superior 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.

  • 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

  • Options
    C30X
    Options

    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).

  • Reliability
    C30X
    Reliability

    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.

  • Ease of Use
    C30X
    Ease 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.

  • TRENCH SIZE, MAX



    TRENCH SIZE, MAX

    U.S.
    Metric





    Depth
    48 in
    1219 mm



    Width
    6 in
    152 mm

  • 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


  • Power
    C30X
    Power

    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.

  • CX Track Design
    C30X
    CX 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.

  • 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

  • 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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