255SX

The Ditch Witch 255sx does more than stand its ground against the competition. With its powerful, durable frame, the 255sx was built, tested and proven to provide outstanding productivity, efficiency, and reliability.

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KEY FEATURES,

255SX

Versatile plow blade can bury pipe and cable with cover of 6, 8, 10 or 12 inches (150, 200, 250 or 305 mm).
Compact size allows access through a standard yard gate.

DETAILS,

255SX

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Designed to install power and communications lines up to 1" (25 mm) in diameter and natural gas, water service and sprinkler systems up to 3" (76 mm) in diameter.
All controls are accessible from the operator's position for easy operation.
Self-propelled design for better maneuverability.

Feed and pull blades available for installing cable, pipe, and other material.
Hydrostatic ground drive provides greater traction, maneuverability, and durability.
Minimal maintenance requirements; easy access to service points.

LITERATURE,

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MANUAL,

255SX

SPECIFICATIONS,

255SX


DIMENSIONS	U.S.	METRIC
Angle of departure w/out blade	40°
Angle of departure w/12-in (305 mm) blade	17°
Maximum length plowing, w/out reel carrier	94 in	2.39 m
Transport length w/out reel carrier	95 in	2.41 m
Width, transport
23 x 10.50-12 tires	35.8 in	910 mm
Cover depth, max.	18 in	340 mm
Operating height	46 in	1.17 m
Wheelbase	34 in	860 mm
Angle of approach	53°
Angle of approach w/ 25-in (635 mm) reel	28°
OPERATION	U.S.	METRIC
Maximum speed, forward
23 x 10.50-12 tires	215 fpm	65.5 m/min
Maximum speed, reverse
23 x 10.50-12 tires	215 fpm	65.5 m/min
Maximum crowd, forward	83 fpm	25.5 m/min
Maximum crowd, reverse	83 fpm	25.5 m/min
Pipe or cable diameter, max.
Pull-type plow blade	3 in	75 mm
Feed-type plow blade	1 in	25 mm
Vehicle clearance circle,
Wall-to-wall (SAE)
Axle locked, drive	26 ft	7.93 m
Axle unlocked, drive	16.5 ft	5.03 m
Operating weight
Basic unit w/out plow blade	1650 lb	748 kg
Reel carrier weight w/out reel	28 lb	13 kg
Hydraulic motor, drilling
Torque, max.	421 ft·lb	571 N·m
Speed, max.	139 rpm
POWER	U.S.	METRIC
Engine	Honda GX670
Fuel	Gasoline
Cooling Medium	Air
Aspiration	Natural
Number of cylinders	2
Displacement	40.9 in³	670 cm³
Bore	3.03 in	77 mm
Stroke	2.83 in	72 mm
Manufacturer's gross power rating (SAE J1995)	24 hp	17.6 kW
Rated speed	3600 rpm
POWER TRAIN
Ground drive transmission: Hydrostatic drive, infinitely variable from zero to maximum, lever-operated speed/direction control
Service brake: Ground drive speed/direction control brakes machine hydraulically when moved to neutral position
Parking brake: Disc, hand-operated
Tires
23 x 10.50-12	20 psi	138 kpa
16 x 6.50-8	28 psi	193 kpa
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM	U.S.	METRIC
Ground drive pump capacity	12.5 gpm	47.3 L/min
Attachment pump capacity	12.5 gpm	47.3 L/min
Auxiliary pump capacity	3.6 gpm	13.6 L/min
Auxiliary relief valve	2000 psi	138 bar
Ground drive capacity while plowing	6.7 gpm	25.4 L/min
Ground drive relief valve	2250 psi	155 bar
Attachment relief valve	2000 psi	138 bar
FLUID CAPACITIES	U.S.	METRIC
Fuel tank	9 gal	34 L
Engine oil	2 qt	1.9 L
Vibrator oil	24 oz	710 mL
Hydraulic reservoir	11 gal
BATTERY	U.S.	METRIC
Group	U1
SAE reserve capacity rating	32 min
SAE cold crank rating @ 0° F (-18° C)	200 A
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT	U.S.	METRIC
Reel carrier
Reel diameter, max.	25 in	635 mm
Reel weight, max.	100 lb	45.4 kg
Drilling attachment
Bore diameter	1.75 in - 8 in	45 mm - 205 mm

Dimensions are based on unit equipment with 20 x 12.00-12 tires unless otherwise specified. Dimensions are based on unit equipped with 12-inch plow blade. For empty reel carrier, add 12 inches to overall lengths. *Suggested maximum depth. Actual depth will depend on job requirements and soil conditions.

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255SX

TRAILERS,

255SX

The following single-axle trailers are available for 255sx:

S2A

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