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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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 33K / 35K Ground Pressure 5 psi
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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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VIBRATION LEVEL
VIBRATION LEVEL
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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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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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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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TRENCH SIZE, MAX
TRENCH SIZE, MAX U.S. Metric Depth 48 in 1219 mm Width 6 in 152 mm
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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 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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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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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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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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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
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, specifically designed to work with Ditch Witch trenchers to optimize production.
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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 S3C Trailer, a single-axle design with a new rail system for easy loading and unloading of equipment of up to 3,500 lb (1,588 kg).
