How Exactly Does a Skid Steer Trencher Attachment Work?

A skid steer trencher attachment uses your skid steer’s auxiliary hydraulic system to turn a long chain assembly. Trencher chains hold specially designed teeth that dig up the earth, leaving a clean trench behind. This attachment is versatile in operation under all conditions of ground. It can have chain setups so as to cut through the rock and frozen ground to ensure efficiency in all environments. The teeth of the trencher chain bite into the ground and lift out the dirt, forming a trench. A boom is mounted above the chain assembly with a scoop, commonly referred to as a “crumber”, that pulls loose material forward into the chain so it can be lifted out of the trench. Then after bringing it to the surface, a horizontal auger moves the residual dirt out of the way from the trench.

Chain of Skid Steer Trencher and Depth of Trench

Critical to the operation, the chain does the actual digging and lifting in your skid loader trencher. Chain considerations need to be made in respect of both host machine capabilities and desired trench depth/width. Most skid steer trenchers start with the boom length and are either 36” or 48”. Just be sure that the boom length can get down to the depth that you need. Chains on trencher attachments come in a variety of widths, from just a few inches to a foot wide. The most popular are 6” and 8”, but verify which width you need for the specific job. Your skid steer should be powered enough with auxiliary hydraulics for the trencher. Bigger trenchers are in need of larger amounts of hydraulic fluids. For example, Blue Diamond’s 48” trencher calls for 16-30 GPM, and their 36” trenchers call for a range of 13-25 GPM. Proper tension on the trencher chain also ensures the longest service life for your equipment.

Trenchers for Skid Steer Loaders Are Versatile Solutions

Whether it’s a mini skid steer trencher or a trencher attachment for Bobcat, you’re bound to get the best here. You will find the best skid steer trencher attachment in our selection for different applications. Lowe trenchers are durable and productive, among them the famous Lowe XR21. For smaller jobs, a mini skid steer with a trencher or a mini skid trencher attachment would fit the bill. These compact solutions for small and tight space are perfect for lighter projects but give back efficiency just like the big models do. The skid loader trencher attachment is the added advantage for you to increase working efficiency. The skid steer trencher attachments are easily attached and detached so changing from one task to another becomes very easy. Whether you are looking for a skid steer post pounder or a vibrating post driver for your skid steer, we are confident you will find the perfect fit from our wide section of additions.