2025 Ditch Witch® Directional Drills JT120

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2025 Ditch Witch® Directional Drills JT120

BUILT TO KEEP GOING.

Get ready to dominate even the toughest jobs. Built for maximum power, the JT120—the largest drill in the JT line—can handle long bores, large installs and difficult terrain with ease.

Features may include:

HEAVY-DUTY POWER & TORQUE
  • The JT120 is loaded with 120,000 lbs of thrust/pullback and 15,500 ft·lbs of rotational torque.
STREAMLINED OPERATION
  • Patent-pending Virtually Assisted Makeup and Breakout (VAM) technology makes it easier for operators to make up and breakout tool joints without the need for floats and sensors. It’s also compatible with 20-foot drill pipe, and the dual rod box design allows up to 360 ft. of drill pipe on board while making it easy to add or remove pipe as necessary.
DESIGNED FOR UPTIME
  • Designed for maximum uptime, it features a range of innovative improvements including a new displacement fluid pump for added fluid flow and an integrated wireline platform that allows the working hand greater access when connecting wire and open top. Plus, angled front wrenches bring greater visibility of machine functions during operation.
ADVANCED OPERATOR'S STATION
  • The best-in-class, fully-enclosed cab features premium climate-controlled heat and AC, heated suspension seats, added legroom and two LED touchscreen displays for greater operator comfort and productivity. The cab also offers the best views of critical vision points and a real-time carriage-position indicator that gives insight to the exact carriage position for increased productivity and intuitive operation.
SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT
  • 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

  • , Midwest
  • 2025
  • Ditch Witch®
  • Directional Drills JT120
  • QSB6.7
  • Diesel
  • Available
  • 100.4 in (2.55 m)
  • w/ cab: 122 in (3.10 m)

    • Specifications

    • 2025
    • Ditch Witch®
    • Directional Drills
    • JT120
    • Directional
    • QSB6.7
    • Cummins®
    • Manufacturer's gross power rating: 280 hp (209 kW)
    • 2,200 rpm
    • Spindle: 15,500 ft·lb (21015 N·m)
    • Medium: Liquid
    • Turbocharged & charge air cooled
    • 4.21 in (107 mm) | Diameter: 6.5 in (165 mm)
    • 4.88 in (124 mm)
    • 6
    • 409 in3 (6.7 L)
    • compliance: EPA Tier 4F (EU Stage V)
    • Diesel
    • Direct
    • SAE cold crank rating @ 0°F (-18°C): 950 amps
    • SAE reserve capacity rating: 175 min
    • Spindle, max: 190 rpm | Carriage thrust travel speed: 210 fpm (64 m/min) | Carriage pullback travel: 210 fpm (64 m/min) | Ground travel speed Forward: 2.8 mph (5 km/h) / Reverse: 2.8 mph (5 km/h)
    • Thrust force: 120,000 lb (533.8 kN) | Pullback force: 120,000 lb (533.8 kN)
    • Operator sound pressure per ISO 6394: < or = 80 dBA
    • 1,100 psi (76 bar)
    • Max: 285 gpm (1079 l/min)
    • Entry angle, max: 12-18° | Angle of approach: 17° | Angle of departure: 17° | Diameter of drill pipe, tool joint end: 4.38 in (111.2 mm) | Diameter of drill pipe: 3.95 in (100 mm) | Bend radius, min: 205 ft (62.5 m)
    • 453 in (11.5 m) | of drill pipe: 240 in (6.10 m)
    • 100.4 in (2.55 m)
    • w/ cab: 122 in (3.10 m)
    • Reservoir: 39 gal (148 L)
    • DEF tank: 12.2 gal (46.3 L) | 120 gal (454 L)
    • Engine lubrication oil, w/filter: 18.5 qt (17.5 L)
    • Antifreeze tank: 20 gal (76 L)
    • Operating: 47,186 lb (21403 kg)
    • of drill pipe, lined: 285 lb (129 kg)
    • Backreamer diameter: Soil dependent