The OFFSET 26 ditcher was developed in November 2017 and is used for getting in tight places you can’t get to with a straight machine or where you need to ditch behind the tractor tire. The gearbox components are large shafts, heavy duty sprockets, bearings, and double 80 roller chain, all enclosed and running in an oil bath. The access doors on the top and side that allows easy access to the internal components. An external idler adjustment is easily accessible and should be used for chain tensioning.
Key Features
- Equipped with jack stand for easy hook-up and disconnection
- Gearbox consists of large shafts, heavy-duty sprockets and bearings, and double 80 roller chain, all enclosed and running in an oil bath; use the external idler adjustment for chain tensioning to dramatically increase the life of your equipment
| Recommended HP Speed | 80-140 HP |
| Power Take-Off (PTO) | 1 3/8 - 21 spline, 1 3/4 - 20 spline |
| Hitch Type | Cat II or III quick hitch |
| Impeller Wheel | 26" 5 paddle, and 5 hard faced paddles |
| Rear Shoe (dragplate) | Includes heavy duty ratchet jack |
| Approximate shipping weight | 1,400 lbs. |
| Gearbox | 5/16" |
| Depth of cut | 8" single pass, 12" in two passes |
| Width of cut | 25" at 12" depth |