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RT95RIDE-ON TRENCHER

The RT95 ride-on trencher has the power and maneuverability to accomplish any task. With a John Deere diesel engine pumping out 99 gross horsepower (73.8 kW), the RT95 is one of the most popular members of our heavy-duty trenching equipment family. Its sloped hood provides outstanding visibility, and the operator's station is designed for maximum efficiency and comfort. Everything's easier with the RT95 trencher.

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KEY FEATURES,

RT95

Solid backfill blade lift arms and cast blade pivot increase structural strength of the backfill components.
Planetary axles with locking differentials make maximum use of torque at the wheel and offer high ground clearance.
Four-point tie-downs (at each corner of the machine) provide increased hauling security.

DETAILS,

RT95

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Choice of transmissions: powershift gives you "on-the-go" shifting and no clutching; hydrostatic offers infinitely variable speeds, from zero to maximum forward.
Molded hydraulic and fuel tanks make more efficient use of available space and are protected in a steel cradle.
Operator-friendly features include 90° swivel seat, adjustable armrests, user-friendly gauge cluster, tiltable steering column, and optional cruise control (with hydrostatic model only).

Multiple attachment options: powershift model accepts a centerline or double-pivot trencher, front-mounted backhoe and reel carrier; hydrostatic model accepts a centerline and traversing trencher, vibratory plow, combination trencher/plow, saw, front-mounted backhoe and reel carrier.
Standard four-wheel drive helps provide superb traction and mobility in all kinds of jobsite conditions and applications.

LITERATURE,

RT95

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MANUAL,

RT95

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SPECIFICATIONS,

RT95

GENERAL
Ditch Witch model RT95 tractor, 4-wheel drive, rigid frame, hydrostatic or powershift ground drive, optional 4-wheel steering, hydrostatic or powershift attachment drive, riding unit; with 38 x 18.00-20 tires
DIMENSIONS	U.S.	METRIC
Angle of approach	25°
Height	111 in	2.82 m
Length, nose to rear mount	128 in	3.25 m
Length, transport	148 in	3.76 m
Wheelbase	73 in	1.85 m
Width	82 in	2.08 m
Tread	64 in	1.63 m
OPERATION	U.S.	METRIC
With hydrostatic transmission
Forward speeds
Low/Low	0.6 mph	0.9 km/h
Low/High	1.2 mph	2 km/h
High/Low	4.2 mph	6.8 km/h
High/High	9.0 mph	14.5 km/h
Reverse speeds
Low/Low	0.3 mph	0.5 km/h
Low/High	0.7 mph	1.2 km/h
High/Low	2.8 mph	4.5 km/h
High/High	6.0 mph	9.6 km/h
With powershift transmission
Forward speeds
Low/Low	0.4 mph	0.7 km/h
High/Low	6.2 mph	9.9 km/h
High/High	9.1 mph	14.7 km/h
Reverse speeds
Low/Low	0.4 mph	0.7 km/h
High/Low	6.2 mph	9.9 km/h
High/High	9.1 mph	14.7 km/h
Vehicle clearance circle (SAE),
wall-to-wall, w/backfill blade
Front steer only	31 ft	9.45 m
Coordinated steer	21 ft	6.40 m
Basic unit weight	7980 lb	3620 kg
Ground clearance
Hydrostatic	14 in	355 mm
Powershift	14 in	355 mm
BACKFILL BLADE WITH 35 X 19.00-16 TIRE	U.S.	METRIC
Blade width	80 in	2.03 m
Blade height	17 in	430 mm
Lift height, above ground	21 in	530 mm
Blade drop, below ground	11 in	280 mm
Maximum swing angle, left/right	30°
Tilt angle, up/down	24°
POWER	U.S.	METRIC
Engine	John Deere 4045HF280
Displacement	275 in³	4.5 L
Bore	4.19 in	106 mm
Stroke	5 in	127 mm
Manufacturer's gross power rating (per SAE J1349)	99 hp	74 kW
Estimated net power (per SAE J1995)	88 hp	66 kW
Rated speed	2400 rpm
Maximum engine tilt angles: Exceeding these operating angles will cause engine damage; this does not imply that the machine is stable to the maximum angle of safe engine operation.
Longitudinal	30°
Lateral	30°
Emissions Compliance	EPA Tier 3	EU Stage IIIa
POWER TRAIN	U.S.	METRIC
Ground drive transmission	Hydrostatic or powershift
Attachment drive transmission: Hydrostatic, lever-operated, speed infinitely variable from zero to maximum, or powershift with 2-speed control of forward and reverse.
DIFFERENTIALS
Planetary front and rear with optional rear steering
Service brake	Disc, foot-operated
Parking brake	Disc, hand-operated
Tires/Pressure
38 x 18.00-20, 14-ply bar lug flotation	72 psi	496 kPa
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM @ 2500 RPM	U.S.	METRIC
With hydrostatic transmission
Pump capacity
Ground drive	30.4 gpm	115 L/min
Attachment	50 gpm	189 L/min
Auxiliary	13 gpm	49 L/min
Pump relief pressure
Ground drive	5000 psi	345 bar
Attachment	6090 psi	420 bar
Auxiliary	2500 psi	172 bar
With powershift transmission
Pump capacity
Ground drive	9.5 gpm	36 L/min
Auxiliary	13 gpm	49 L/min
Pump relief pressure
Ground drive	4000 psi	276 bar
Auxiliary	2500 psi	172 bar
FLUID CAPACITIES	U.S.	METRIC
Fuel tank	38 gal	144 L
Engine oil, w/filter	16 qt	15 L
Hydraulic reservoir	24 gal	91 L
Hydraulic system	29 gal	110 L
Cooling system	17 qt	16 L
Transmission fluid (powershift only)	10 qt	11 L
BATTERY	U.S.	METRIC
Group	34 h
SAE reserve capacity	120 min
SAE cold crank @ 0° F (-18° C)	800 amps
Auxiliary power outlet	12V, 10 amps

Specifications are general and subject to change without notice. If exact measurements are required, equipment should be weighed and measured. Due to selected options, delivered equipment may not necessarily match that shown. (Per SAE J1995) *(Per SAE J1349)

ATTACHMENTS,

RT95

A720 Backhoe	A920 Backhoe	H1140 Saw	H910 Trencher	H911 Trencher
H932 Plow	H942 Saw	H952 Combo	M910 Trencher	M912 Trencher
RC115 Reel Carrier

TRAILERS,

RT95

The following tandem-axle trailers are available for RT95:

BT20 BT26 T18B

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