TMG-SDT48 48-Inch Skid Steer Trencher
Overview
The TMG-SDT48 is a 48-inch depth chain trencher for skid steers from Canadian manufacturer TMG Industrial. The 48-inch digging depth handles gas service, electrical conduit, water lines, and irrigation installations at depths that satisfy most Canadian code requirements. Tungsten earth teeth and a boom and crumber assembly keep the trench walls clean. Direct shipping from TMG Industrial's Canadian distribution warehouses.
Canada Availability
Best for: gas service, electrical, water lines, irrigation — 48" code depths
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
- Maximum trench depth: 48 inches
- Attachment type: chain trencher
- Teeth: tungsten earth teeth
- Boom and crumber assembly
- Application: gas service, electrical, water lines, irrigation — 48" code depths
- Universal SSQA skid steer quick attach mount
- Weight: 550–1600 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 TMG Industrial in Canada
TMG Industrial imports and distributes a broad range of construction attachments from its Canadian warehouses, offering competitive pricing with delivery across Canada. A popular choice for contractors who want solid value without long lead times.
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.
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