2025 Ditch Witch® Directional Drills JT40

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2025 Ditch Witch® Directional Drills JT40

EXPERIENCE THE EVOLUTION

Built from direct customer feedback and input, the JT40 is a complete re-imagination of industry-leading horizontal directional drill (HDD) units. Designed with next-generation enhancements, the machine features several new patents to optimize performance, productivity and operator comfort.

Features may include:

POWER
  • Equipped with a 160-gross-hp, Tier 4 Cummins diesel engine, the JT40 provides 14 percent more horsepower than other models in its class. The machine offers an innovative two-speed, rotational drive system, producing 5,500 ft-lb of torque for greater efficiency and uptime. An updated hydraulic platform utilizes proven technology to provide the most efficient power downhole.
OPERATOR'S STATION
  • The JT40 provides industry-leading visibility with the best access to all critical vision points, including ground entrance, wrenches, shuttle-retract location and rear connection. The JT40 features the choice of a climate-controlled cab with tinted glass or an open operator’s station to meet each customer’s individual needs.
PRODUCTIVITY
  • The JT40 provides industry-leading visibility with the best access to all critical vision points, including ground entrance, wrenches, shuttle-retract location and rear connection. The JT40 features the choice of a climate-controlled cab with tinted glass or an open operator’s station to meet each customer’s individual needs.
SERVICEABILITY
  • Equipped with swing-out, lift-off service doors for easy machine maintenance and serviceability, the JT40 also has no grease zerks and easy access to all service points in one spot. The JT40’s integrated pipe lubricator makes it easier for operators to change out lubrication buckets for more efficient machine maintenance.
ENHANCED CONTROL
  • The JT40 is equipped with a standard or heavy-duty modular stake down system that can now be feathered for more precise control. An advanced remote control gives operators the ability to set up the rig outside the cab allowing more precise positioning of the JT40 on the job. The controller includes multi-mode ground drive; dual, independent stabilizers, stake down, cab traverse, and dual pivot.
SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT
  • Your Ditch Witch equipment is backed by a worldwide network of dealers you can count on for unmatched commitment to your success. From genuine Ditch Witch parts to factory-trained service to expert advice, your Ditch Witch dealer has it all for you.

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Highlights

  • Howell, Michigan
  • 2025
  • Ditch Witch®
  • Directional Drills JT40
  • QSB4.5
  • Diesel
  • Available
  • W/open station: 89 in (2.26 m) | w/cab, extended max: 108 in (2.74 m)
  • W/cab, mobiling: 97 in (2.46 m)

Specifications

  • 2025
  • Ditch Witch®
  • Directional Drills
  • JT40
  • Directional
  • QSB4.5
  • Manufacturer's gross power rating: 165 hp (123 kW)
  • Cummins®
  • 2,200 rpm
  • Spindle: 5,500 ft·lb (7460 N·m)
  • Compliance: EPA Tier 4 / EU Stage V
  • 4.21 in (107 mm)
  • Medium: Liquid
  • Turbocharged & charge air cooled
  • 4.88 in (124 mm)
  • 4
  • 275 in³ (4.5 L)
  • Direct
  • Diesel
  • SAE reserve capacity rating: 195 min | SAE cold crank rating @ 0°F (-18°C): 950 amps
  • Spindle speed, max: 225 rpm | Carriage thrust travel speed: 180 fpm (55 m/min) | Carriage pullback travel: 180 fpm (55 m/min) | Ground travel speed Forward/reverse: 3 mph (4.8 km/h)
  • Thrust force: 40,000 lb (178 kN) | Pullback force: 40,000 lb (178 kN)
  • Operator sound pressure per ISO 6396: < or = 85 dBA | Operator sound pressure per ISO 6396, w/cab: < or = 73 dBA | Exterior sound power per ISO 6395: < or = 103 dBA
  • 70 GPM: 1,000 psi (69 bar) | 120 GPM: 1,000 psi (69 bar)
  • Max: 70 gpm (265 l/min)
  • Entry angle: 20-29° | Angle of approach: 17° | Angle of departure: 17° | Diameter of drill pipe, tool joint end pipe HD: 3.13 in (80 mm) | Diameter of drill pipe HD: 2.81 in (71 mm) / forged HD: 2.75 in (70 mm) /forged HDX: 2.75in (70 mm) | Bend radius, min pipe HD: 146 ft (45 m) / forged HD: 143 ft (43.6 m) / forged HDX: 143 ft (43.6 m) | Diameter of tool joint: 3.13 in (80 mm) / forged HDX: 3.13 in (80 mm)
  • 290 in (7.37 m) | of dril pipe, nominal pipe HD: 180 in (4.57 m) | forged HD: 180 in (4.57 m) | forged HDX: 180 in (4.57 m)
  • W/open station: 89 in (2.26 m) | w/cab, extended max: 108 in (2.74 m)
  • W/cab, mobiling: 97 in (2.46 m)
  • Operating mass, no pipe, no cab: 20,500 lb (9300 kg) | Antifreeze tank: 8 gal (30 L)
  • Reservoir: 17 gal (64 L)
  • 56 gal (212 L) | Diesel exhaust fluid tank: 8.6 gal (32.6 L)
  • Engine lubrication oil, w/filter: 14 qt (13.2 L)
  • Engine: 25.6 qt (24.2 L)
  • Operating mass, no pipe, no cab: 20,500 lb (9300 kg) | Of drill pipe, lined: 150 lb (68 kg) | of drill pipe and large box (40 pipe): 7,140 lb (3240 kg) | of drill pipe and small box (20 pipe): 3,797 lb (1720 kg) | of drill pipe forged HD: 145 lb (66 kg) | of drill pipe and large box (40 pipe) forged HD: 6,940 lb (3148 kg) | of drill pipe and small box (20 pipe) forged HD: 3,697 lb (1677 kg) | of drill pipe forged HDX: 145 lb (66 kg): 6,940 lb (3148 kg) | of drill pipe and small box (20 pipe): 3,697 lb (1677 kg)