Towable Backhoe Trencher for Property Digging and Landscaping
A 15 HP towable backhoe trencher for trenching, planting, stump work, and dirt-moving jobs around larger properties.
The NorTrac Towable Backhoe Trencher gives landowners, ranches, municipalities, and small crews a portable digging tool for work where a full-size excavator is more machine than the job requires. It tows with a 2 in. ball hitch behind a truck, tractor, ATV, or UTV, then sets up on site for trenching and light backhoe-style digging.
Power comes from a 15 HP Ducar 420cc gas engine with recoil and electric start. The included 12 in. wide, 3-tooth digging bucket is built for utility trenching, tree planting, stump removal, and moving rocks or dirt around the property.
With an 80 in. maximum digging depth, 8 ft. maximum reach, 60-degree left/right boom rotation, and 340 lb lift capacity, this towable backhoe trencher is a practical option for repeat digging work without tying up a skid steer or tractor attachment slot.
Assembly and fluids: Some assembly is required. HM46 hydraulic fluid and 5W-30 engine oil are required and are not included.
NorTrac Towable Backhoe Trencher Key Features
15 HP Ducar Gas Engine
The 420cc Ducar engine provides dedicated digging power with both recoil and electric start for jobsite flexibility.
80 in. Maximum Digging Depth
Reach trench depths up to 80 in. with a 12 in. maximum trench width for drainage, utility, landscape, and planting work.
Portable Towable Design
The included 2 in. ball hitch lets the trencher tow behind a truck, tractor, ATV, or UTV for work across larger properties.
Four Double-Acting Hydraulic Cylinders
A high-efficiency 3.8 GPM hydraulic oil pump drives four double-acting cylinders for controlled digging and steering.
340 lb Lift Capacity
Handles dirt, rocks, stumps, and planting work with a listed 340 lb lift capacity and 96 in. lift range at maximum height.
60-Degree Boom Rotation
Left and right boom rotation helps position the bucket and spoil pile without constantly moving the towable base.
Operator-Focused Controls
Two control levers provide 4-way steering, while the adjustable safety seat adds comfort for longer digging sessions.
Ready for Property Work
Well suited for trenching, planting large trees, moving rocks and dirt, and removing stumps around farms, ranches, and rural properties.
NorTrac Towable Backhoe Trencher Specifications
| Equipment Type |
Towable Backhoe Trencher |
| Engine |
15 HP Ducar |
| Displacement |
420cc |
| Starter |
Electric w/recoil backup |
| Cylinders |
1 |
| Fuel Capacity |
1.7 gal. |
| Max RPM |
3600 |
| Torque |
19.54 ft. lbs. |
| Hydraulic Pump |
3.8 GPM hydraulic oil pump |
| Max Trench Depth |
80 in. |
| Max Trench Width |
12 in. |
| Digging Bucket |
12 in. wide, 3-tooth bucket |
| Lift Range |
96 in. max height; 340 lbs. capacity |
| Max Reach |
8 ft. |
| Boom Rotation |
60 degrees left and right |
| Operating Angle |
Approximately 130 degrees |
| Clearing Height |
8 in. ground clearance |
| Overall Size |
136 in. L x 76.5 in. W x 61 in. H |
| Dry Weight |
990 lbs. |
| Hitch |
2 in. ball hitch |
| Required Fluids |
HM46 hydraulic fluid and 5W-30 engine oil required, not included |
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Cost-Effective Delivery Hierarchy:
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Most Cost-Effective: Terminal Pickup
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Mid-Range: Delivery to a Business Address with a Loading Dock
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Higher Cost: Residential delivery where you assist offload with a forklift (must be available)
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Most Expensive: Residential delivery with Lift Gate Service
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