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Trencor T1460
Mechanical Drive Chain Trencher

T1460 Mechanical Chain Trencher


Maximum utilization of the Cat C-18 630 hp (470 kw) diesel engine Drive Shaft provides optimal production in the toughest of conditions. Trencor uses a powershift transmission with torque converter to assure maximum torque to the digging chain. Strength and weight in all the right places provide smooth digging and exceptionally high uptime. State-of-the-art controls enable the operator to get the most out of the T1460 in a safe, accurate manner. The cab elevates for excellent visibility.

  • Mechanical Power Train with 630 HP
  • Easy Operation
  • Rugged Construction


  • Engine

    Make and model

    Caterpiller C18 Acert Turbocharged diesel, Tier 3 Stage IIIA emissions

    Gross Horsepower

    630 hp @ 2100rpm

    470 kw @ 2100rpm

    Fuel consumption rate @ full horsepower

    30 Gal per hour 

    113.5 L per hour 

    Cooling system capacity up to 

    125 F 

    52 C 

     

     

     

    Fuel Capacity 

     

     

    Dual Tanks 

    350 Gal 

    1300 L

    Operation

    23.33 Hours at full horsepower

     

     

     

     

    Hydraulic System 

     

     

    Single bolt-on tank 

    184 Gal 

    670 L 

    Crawler drive circuit

    Two closed loop hydrostatic piston pumps 

     

    Conveyor drive circuit

    One closed loop hydrostatic piston pump 

     

    Auxiliary circuit

    Open loop 

     

     

     

     

    Track Drive

    System type

    Infinitely variable hydrostatic / mechanical drive

    Speed

    1 mph

    1.6 kph

    Track Control

    Electric over hydraulic

    Load Control

    Micro-controller with bypass

     

    Crawlers

    Cat D-7 Components

     

    Grouser

    30-inch wide, low profile double grousers

    762 mm

     

     

     

    Operators Station

    Fully enclosed pressurized cab w/air conditioner,  w/heater

    Elevation

    44 in.

    1117.6 mm

     

     

     

    Digging Assemble

    Heavy duty mechanical chain drive. Power shift transmission w/3 element torque converter, w/four trenching speeds  and reverse 

    Trench Depth

    8 to 18 ft 

    2.4 to 5.5 m

    Trench Width

    14 to 54 in

    356 to 1372 mm

    Maximum Widths 

    42 in. at 18 ft.

    1067 mm at 5.5 m

     

    48 in. at 16 ft.

    1219 mm at 4.9 m

     

    54 in. at 14 ft

    1372 mm at 3.7 m 

     

     

     

    Conveyor 

     

     

    Arc type conveyor with hydraulic shift 

     

     

    Belt width 

    36 in. 

    914 mm 

    Belt speed 

    0 to 870 fpm 

    0 to 265 mpm 

     

     

     

    Weight and Dimensions

    Machine weight

    160,000 to 185,000 lbs

    72,000 to 84,000 Kg

    Width

    11 ft. 6 in. 

    3.51 m

    Height

    12 ft. 7.9 in. 

    3.86 m

    Length w/12 ft. (3.6 m) boom

    49 ft. .75 in. 

    14.95 m

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