Bradco 72 Inch Deep Skid Steer Trencher
Overview
Bradco's 72-inch deep chain trencher is for skid steers doing deep utility, sewer, and water main installation work. At 72 inches depth, this model handles larger diameter pipe installation beyond the reach of standard trenchers. Used by Canadian utility contractors on municipal water and sewer projects.
Canada Availability
Best for: deep utility installation, sewer, water main
Compare with: Baumalight TR418 36-Inch Trencher for Skid Steers · Baumalight TR418 Skid Steer Trencher · Baumalight TR418 Skid Steer Trencher — 24-Inch Depth
Key Facts
- Brand: Bradco (Paladin Attachments)
- Trench depth: 72 inches
- Type: deep chain trencher
- Drive: hydraulic chain drive
- Mount: universal SSQA quick attach
- Application: deep utility installation, sewer, water main
- Weight: 700–2000 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: 15–30 GPM
Is This Right For You?
Buy if
- You trench through soft to moderate soil for utilities, drainage, or irrigation lines at 36–60 inch depth
- Your soil is clay, loam, sandy loam, or river bottom — chain trenchers cut fast in these conditions
Skip if
- Your soil is solid rock, dense caliche, or Shield granite — chain links and sprockets wear out fast in rock
- You trench in deeply frozen Prairie ground regularly — rock chain at 3–5× wear rate makes winter trenching expensive
Also consider
- Rock wheel trencher if your ground is consistently rocky or hardpan
- Standard auger if you're drilling individual holes rather than continuous trench lines
Compatible with all skid steer brands and compact track loaders via universal SSQA quick attach. Mid-frame machines (S450–S650 class) are the most common fit.
About Bradco in Canada
Bradco is a legacy attachment brand under the Paladin Attachments (Epiroc) family, offering a broad range of skid steer attachments. Bradco-branded products are available through equipment dealers across Canada, backed by Epiroc's national parts and service network.
Care & Maintenance
- Inspect chain teeth after every use — worn teeth slow penetration dramatically and increase drive motor load; a full day's work can dull a chain in abrasive soil
- Lubricate the drive chain and boom sprockets before each use and again after every 4 hours of continuous trenching
- Check the boom bar for cracking or deformation after work in rocky or abrasive conditions — boom cracks propagate quickly under the bending loads of trenching
- Clean soil from the drive motor cooling fins and chain case after summer use — compacted soil on the motor causes overheating on long cuts
- Store the chain with teeth protected from ground contact — resting a chain on carbide tips on concrete chips the teeth before you've even used it
How to Connect
- Attach trencher boom using Bob-Tach
- Connect high-flow hydraulic couplers
- Test chain tension and direction before cutting
- Call 811 and verify all utilities located before first cut
Ready to Buy in Canada?
Pricing varies by region and dealer stock levels change seasonally. For current availability and a real quote, contact a local dealer.
Find a Dealer Near You →Complete the job — you might also need:
More from Bradco
Bradco Skid Steer Angle Broom
Standard FlowThe wide-inch angle broom sweeps paved and gravel surfaces — parking lots, yards,...
View product →
Bradco Skid Steer Auger Drive Unit
Standard FlowBradco manufactures hydraulic auger drive units for skid steers that accept standard...
View product →
Bradco Skid Steer Cement Mixer
Standard FlowBradco, part of the Paladin Attachments group, manufactures a hydraulic skid steer cement...
View product → Bradco Skid Steer Dozer Blade
Standard FlowThe wide-inch dozer blade pushes gravel, soil, snow, and debris across yards, driveways,...
View product →✓ Last checked: March 2026