RT105M Operator’s Manual Overview - 3
Intended Use
Intended Use
The RT105 is a riding trencher designed to install buried service lines of various sizes using a variety of
Ditch Witch® attachments.
This unit is designed for operation in ambient temperatures from -20° to 117° F (-29 to 47°C). Contact your
Ditch Witch dealer for provisions required for operating in extreme temperatures. Use in any other way is
considered contrary to the intended use.
The RT105 should be used with genuine Ditch Witch chain, teeth, and sprockets. It should be operated,
serviced, and repaired only by persons familiar with their particular characteristics and acquainted with the
relevant safety procedures.
Equipment Modification
This equipment was designed and built in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
Modification of equipment could mean that it will no longer meet regulations and may not function properly
or in accordance with the operating instructions. Modification of equipment should only be made by
competent personnel possessing knowledge of applicable standards, regulations, equipment design
functionality/requirements and any required specialized testing.
Attachment Max. trench width Max. trench depth*
BH120 backhoe 24” (610 mm) 105” (2.7 m)
CT100M trencher 24” (610 mm) 97” (2.5 m)
DT100M offset trencher 24” (610 mm) center 97” (2.5 m)
12” (305 mm) offset 97” (2.5 m)
NOTICE: The protection offered by the Rollover Protective System (ROPS) will be impaired if it has
been subjected to any modification, structural damage, or has been involved in an overturn accident.
The ROPS must be replaced after a roll-over.
