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JT2020 MACH 1DIRECTIONAL DRILLS

The 85-hp (63 kW) JT2020 Mach 1 horizontal directional drill packs 20,000 pounds of pulling power and sports the highest ratio of power to size in its class. This well-balanced, powerful directional drilling machine is engineered with a one-step anchoring system for quick setup and a groundbreaking pipeloader that allows column selection from the operator's station.

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JT2020 MACH 1

With the highest ratio of power to size, the JT2020 Mach 1 horizontal directional drill can install larger utilities in a wider variety of soil types, even on tight jobsites.
Quiet engine (only 103 dbA), for increased operator comfort and reduced environmental impact in urban areas.
The Ditch Witch JT2020's powerful Cummins diesel engine keeps running strong throughout the day with the help of an advanced, high-capacity cooling system.

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High fluid flow for longer utility installations and work in sandy conditions.
Operator station provides excellent visibility of the drill pipe and pipeloading system.
Minimal drill maintenance; with no zerks to grease each day, you'll spend more time working and less time servicing the unit.
Tethered ground drive controller allows the drill operator to maneuver the drilling unit from a position that provides increased visibility, easier loading/unloading, and easier positioning.
Two-speed carriage significantly decreases cycle time; assisted-makeup feature increases the life of drill pipe joints by automatically matching carriage movement speed with rotation during pipe makeup and breakout.
Rack-and-pinion thrust system provides outstanding power transfer and performance for a wide range of directional drilling jobs.
Cruise control simplifies drilling and backreaming by reducing operator effort.

Large-capacity pipe lubrication system minimizes maintenance time by keeping contamination out.
High drilling fluid pressure capacity.
Engine enclosure directs hot engine air away from the operator, improves the machine's appearance, simplifies maintenance, and allows operation in residential and other noise-sensitive areas.
Enclosed fluid pump system is easy to winterize and helps keep pump warm during winter operation.
With your Ditch Witch directional drill you never have to wonder if its support equipment—the electronic guidance systems, fluid-mixing systems, vacuum excavators, and downhole tools—will complement the task or complicate it. Every single component of the Ditch Witch trenchless family, from the drill bit to the drill pipe to the drilling rig itself, is designed and manufactured to work together as a system.
20,000 lb of pullback force, 225 RPM max. spindle speed.

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DIMENSIONS	U.S.	METRIC
Overall length*	207 in	5.26 m
Overall width*	51.5 in	1.31 m
Overall height*	90 in	2.29 m
Drilling unit operating mass*	11,600 lb	5260 kg
Entry angle	10° to 14°
Angle of approach	18°
Angle of departure	18°
POWER PIPE	U.S.	METRIC
Length, nominal*	120 in	3.05 m
Diameter	2.06 in	52.3 mm
Diameter, tool joint end*	2.63 in	66.8 mm
Minimum bend radius	130 ft	39.6 m
Weight (lined)*	67 lb	30.4 kg
OPERATION
Maximum spindle speed*: 225 rpm
Maximum spindle torque*	2200 ft·lb	2980 N·m
Carriage thrust travel speed*	140 fpm	43 m/min
Carriage pullback travel speed*	140 fpm	43 m/min
Thrust force*	17,000 lb	75.6 kN
Pullback force*	20,000 lb	89 kN
Bore diameter	4 in	102 mm
Backream diameter	Soil dependent
Ground travel speed, maximum*
Forward	3.2 mph	5.2 km/h
Reverse	3.2 mph	5.2 km/h
POWER	U.S.	METRIC
Engine	Cummins B3.3TAA
Fuel	Diesel
Cooling medium	Liquid
Injection	Direct
Aspiration	Turbocharged & charge air cooled
Number of cylinders	4
Displacement	199 in³	3.3 L
Bore	3.74 in	95 mm
Stroke	4.53 in	115 mm
Manufacturer's gross power rating**	85 hp	63 kW
Rated speed	2600 rpm
Emissions Compliance	EPA Tier 3	EU Stage IIIa
DRILLING FLUID SYSTEM (ON-BOARD)	U.S.	METRIC
Drilling fluid pressure, maximum*	1500 psi	103 bar
Drilling fluid flow, maximum*	32 gpm	120 L/min
FLUID CAPACITIES	U.S.	METRIC
Hydraulic reservoir	19 gal	72 L
Fuel tank	30 gal	114 L
BATTERY
SAE Reserve capacity rating: 195 min
SAE Cold crank rating @ 0° F (-18° C): 950 A

Specifications are general and subject to change without notice. If exact measurements are required, equipment should be weighed and measured. Due to selected options, delivered equipment may not necessarily match that shown. Contains patented features. Per SAE J2022 *Per SAE J1995

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The following tandem-axle trailers are available for JT2020 Mach 1:

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