Other 1230, The Ditch Witch 1230 is the ideal walk-along trencher for residential and short-run commercial service line work including gas, water, sewer, electric and communications lines requiring trenches up to 6 inches (150 mm) wide and 36 inches (910 mm) deep.

KEY FEATURES:

-Power:

*Honda air-cooled overhead valve gasoline engine producing 12 net horsepower (8.9kW).

*Clean, quiet power plant meets California lawn and garden emission standards.

- Productivity and Performance:

*Powerful mechanically driven digging chain.

*Closed-loop hydrostatic ground drive for infinitely variable speeds to better match digging-conditions.

*Choice of 24- 30- and 36-inch (610, 760 and 910 mm) digging booms with large tail rollers for smooth, efficient trenching action.

*Digging chain choices include standard cup-tooth and optional mining bit or Shark Chain, which features welded-on teeth for maximum performance in extreme conditions.

*An axle lock engages both drive wheels for maximum trenching traction, or frees one wheel for easier maneuvering.

*Small enough to fit through a standard yard gate.

-Reliability:

*Ground drive gearbox is integrated with hydraulic motor, eliminating mounting and coupling parts.

*Spoil auger has a new heavy-duty design and is tapered for easier rock clearing.

*Drive axles are tapered for longer life.

*Digging boom's greasable bronze pivot bushing is a Ditch Witch Exclusive that promotes trouble-free service.

*Outboard bearing support (optional) for greater digging drive strength.

-Operator Efficiency:

*User-friendly wrap-around handlebars.

*Controls are color-coded and placed with easy reach of the operator's position.

*Improved operator presence system. When operator releases bail lever on handlebars, digging chain stops, but engine keeps running.

*Digging boom raises and lowers hydraulically.

-Maintenance:

*No drive chains to adjust

*Only three grease points.

*Easy access to service areas.