T15B Hydraulic Side Shift

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T15B Hydraulic Side Shift
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Overview

Designed for cutting narrow straight trenches in soil prior to laying electrical, telephone and cable lines, or water and gas pipe.

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Application

Designed for cutting narrow, straight trenches in the soil prior to laying electrical, telephone and cable lines, or water and gas pipe.

Direct Drive System

Direct drive system features a variable speed, bi-directional, gerotor style motor that delivers optimal chain speed, chain pull and torque for maximum trenching performance in a broad range of soil types.

Durable Anti-Back Flex Chain

Durable, double standard anti-back flex chain eliminates chain backlash and ensures teeth are positioned at the most efficient angle for smooth cutting and longer tooth life.

Hard-faced, Tungsten Carbide Steel Cupped Teeth

Hard-faced, tungsten carbide steel cupped teeth deliver long life in many soil conditions. Teeth are spaced for optimum digging performance in most soil types.

Hydraulic or Manual Side Shift

Hydraulic or manual side shift provides close trenching flexibility near structures or obstructions. Hydraulic side shift, standard on the T15B (optional on T6B and T9B) is controlled from operator’s compartment using the standard flow auxiliary hydraulic circuit selector control.

Optional Chain Types and Cutting Widths

Optional chain types and cutting widths are available for specific soil, digging requirements and trench widths. These chain types include Standard, Combo, Terminator, and Rockfrost.

Large Diameter Bolt-on Spoil Auger

Large diameter bolt-on spoil auger improves loose soil removal from trenching area and allows for quick, easy removal and servicing.

Optional Bolt-on Crumber Bar

Optional bolt-on crumber bar with shoe improves soil removal to provide cleaner trench. Shoes available in size range to accommodate trench width.

Product Specifications for T15B Hydraulic Side Shift

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Standard Boom Length	60 in 1524 mm
Cutting Width	6 in 152 mm
Chain Type	Standard Standard
Required Hydraulics	High Flow XPS High Flow XPS
Overall Width	75 in 1901 mm
Overall Length	118.5 in 3010 mm
Weight	1212 lb 549.8 kg
Overall Height	31 in 786 mm
Required Hydraulic Flow	95-152 L/min (25-40 gpm) 95-152 L/min (25-40 gpm)
Optimal Hydraulic Pressure	207-310 bar (3300-4500 psi) 207-310 bar (3300-4500 psi)
Drive Shaft Speed at Maximum Flow	207 rpm 207 rpm
Side Shift Travel	22 in 559 mm
Maximum Auger Clearance	21 in 534 mm
Spoil Auger Diameter	18 in 457 mm
Optional Cutting Widths	203, 254, 305 mm (8, 10, 12 in) 203, 254, 305 mm (8, 10, 12 in)

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Standard Boom Length: 60 in; 1524 mm
Cutting Width: 6 in; 152 mm
Chain Type: Standard; Standard

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Trenchers T9B Manual Side Shift

Standard Boom Length: 48 in; 1219 mm
Cutting Width: 6 in; 152 mm
Chain Type: Rockfrost; Rockfrost

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Trenchers T15B Hydraulic Side Shift

Standard Boom Length: 60 in; 1524 mm
Cutting Width: 8 in; 203 mm
Chain Type: Standard; Standard

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