2025 Ditch Witch® Directional Drills JT120
- Year 2025
- Make Ditch Witch®
- Model Directional Drills
- Engine QSB6.7
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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Engine
Engine Manufacturer
Cummins®
Engine
QSB6.7
Engine Power
Manufacturer's gross power rating: 280 hp (209 kW)
Rated Engine Speed
2,200 rpm
Engine Torque, Maximum
Spindle: 15,500 ft·lb (21015 N·m)
Cooling
Medium: Liquid
Aspiration
Turbocharged & charge air cooled
Bore
4.21 in (107 mm) | Diameter: 6.5 in (165 mm)
Stroke
4.88 in (124 mm)
Cylinder Liners
6
Displacement
409 in3 (6.7 L)
Emissions
compliance: EPA Tier 4F (EU Stage V)
Fuel System
Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Injection
Direct
Battery
Battery Capacity, Maximum
SAE reserve capacity rating: 175 min
Battery
SAE cold crank rating @ 0°F (-18°C): 950 amps
Operational
Operating Speed
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)
Operating Conditions
Thrust force: 120,000 lb (533.8 kN) | Pullback force: 120,000 lb (533.8 kN)
Performance
Noise Level
Operator sound pressure per ISO 6394: < or = 80 dBA
Hydraulics
Maximum Pressure
1,100 psi (76 bar)
Hydraulic Flow
Max: 285 gpm (1079 l/min)
Dimensions
Length
453 in (11.5 m) | of drill pipe: 240 in (6.10 m)
Width
100.4 in (2.55 m)
Height
w/ cab: 122 in (3.10 m)
Dimensions
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)
Capacities
Hydraulic Capacity
Reservoir: 39 gal (148 L)
Fuel Capacity
DEF tank: 12.2 gal (46.3 L) | 120 gal (454 L)
Oil capacity
Engine lubrication oil, w/filter: 18.5 qt (17.5 L)
Cooling System
Antifreeze tank: 20 gal (76 L)
Weights
Weight, In Running Order
Operating: 47,186 lb (21403 kg)
Weight
of drill pipe, lined: 285 lb (129 kg)
Features
Features
Backreamer diameter: Soil dependent