DITCH WITCH JT21 PACKAGE
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Ditch Witch JT21 Directional Drill PACKAGE
- 21,000 lb Pullback
- 20,000 lb Thrust
- High-Performance Mid-Size HDD
The Ditch Witch JT21 delivers powerful, efficient horizontal directional drilling performance in a compact footprint. Designed for fiber, telecom, and underground utility installations, the JT21 combines strong pullback and thrust forces with fast cycle times and reliable diesel power to keep crews productive on demanding jobsites.
Mid-Size HDD Performance for Utility Installation
The Ditch Witch JT21 combines strong drilling performance with a relatively compact footprint, making it well suited for urban, residential and right-of-way utility projects.
This horizontal directional drill gives crews the thrust, pullback and spindle torque needed to complete underground bores while minimizing open excavation and surface disruption.
The JT21 is commonly used for:
- Fiber-optic installation
- Telecommunications and broadband
- Underground electric conduit
- Natural gas service and distribution lines
- Water and utility crossings
- Road, driveway and sidewalk bores
- Trenchless construction projects
JT21 Spec Buckets
Power & Drilling Performance
- 21,000 lb Pullback
- 20,000 lb Thrust
- 2,250 ft-lb Spindle Torque
Strong downhole performance for a wide range of soil conditions and utility applications.
Engine & Drive System
- Deutz TD2.9 Diesel Engine
- ~74 hp
- 2,600 RPM rated speed
- Turbocharged, liquid-cooled
Efficient, dependable power designed for consistent drilling performance throughout the workday.
Productivity & Cycle Speed
- 215 ft/min carriage travel speed (thrust & pullback)
Fast cycling improves pipe handling efficiency and increases daily production.
Hydraulics
- 1,000 psi max pressure
- 35 gpm hydraulic flow
Optimized hydraulic system delivers responsive control and consistent drilling power.
Dimensions & Transport
- Length: 217.9″
- Width: 55.5″
- Height: 95.5″
- Operating Weight: 12,420 lbs
Compact size with serious performance — ideal for tight or urban jobsites.
Fuel & Fluid Capacities
- Fuel Capacity: 28.2 gallons
- Hydraulic Reservoir: 16.4 gallons
Balanced capacities for efficient operation without constant refueling.
Why Rent a JT21?
The JT21 gives utility contractors access to a productive horizontal directional drill without purchasing and maintaining a specialized machine that may only be needed for certain underground projects.
It can help crews: Complete fiber, cable, conduit and gas-line installations with less surface disruption, work efficiently in residential and developed areas, complete road and driveway crossings, add trenchless installation capacity, replace unavailable equipment, and take on additional utility projects without expanding the permanent fleet.
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