2025 Ditch Witch® Directional Drills JT5

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2025 Ditch Witch® Directional Drills JT5

COMPACT DRILL. FULL-SIZE PROFITABILITY.

No room to work? No problem for the compact and powerful JT5—designed specifically for shallow installations.

Features may include:

POWER
  • The JT5's 24.8-hp (18.5kW) Kubota diesel engine is packed with plenty of power for all machine functions. With 4, 100 lb (18.2 kN) of thrust and 5,000 lb (22.2 kN) of pullback, the JT5 is ideal for short-range utility installations.
PRODUCTIVITY
  • Its convenient, pedal-operated lubrication system helps maximize the life of pipe joints and increase productivity.
INNOVATIVE DESIGN
  • Compact and maneuverable, the JT5 fits through 36-inch (910-mm) yard gate and can be set up on the street without blocking traffic. Patented vise wrenches are designed to center the drill pipe better every time and provide an excellent view of the tool joint.
OPERATOR'S STATION
  • Ergonomic operator's station features a stationary seat, fluid shut-off control and easy visibility of the remote display.
SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT
  • Your Ditch Witch equipment is 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

  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
  • 2025
  • Ditch Witch®
  • Directional Drills JT5
  • D1105
  • Diesel
  • Available
  • 35.9 in (91.2 cm)
  • 70 in (1.78 m)

Specifications

  • 2025
  • Ditch Witch®
  • Directional Drills
  • JT5
  • Directional
  • D1105
  • Manufacturer’s gross power rating: 24.8 hp (18.5 kW)
  • Kubota®
  • Compliance Tier 4: EPA Tier 4
  • Spindle: 550 ft·lb (746 N·m)
  • 3,000 rpm
  • 2.5 in (63.5 mm) / 3.07 in (78 mm)
  • Medium: Liquid
  • Natural
  • 3.09 in (78.5 mm)
  • 3
  • 68.6 in3 (1.12 L)
  • Diesel
  • Indirect
  • SAE reserve capacity rating: 85 min | SAE cold crank rating @ 0°F (-18°C): 525 amps
  • Carriage thrust travel: 130 fpm (40 m/min) | Carriage pullback travel: 130 fpm (40 m/min) | Ground travel Forward/reverse: 1.53 mph (2.46 km/h)
  • Thrust force: 4,100 lb (18.2 kN) | Pullback force: 5,000 lb (22.2 kN)
  • 750 psi (51.7 bar)
  • Max: 5 gpm (18.9 l/min)
  • Backream diameter, soil dependent: 4.5 in (114 mm) | Entry angle: 10-16° | Angle of approach: 18° | Angle of departure: 18° | Diameter of drill pipe, tool joint end: 1.88 in (47.8 mm) | Diameter of drill pipe: 1.13 in (28.7 mm) | Bend radius, min: 70 ft (21.3 m)
  • 120 in (3.1 m) | of drill pipe, nominal: 59 in (1.5 m)
  • 35.9 in (91.2 cm)
  • 70 in (1.78 m)
  • Reservoir: 8 gal (30 L)
  • 13 gal (49 L)
  • 3,690 lb (1674 kg) | of drill pipe: 16 lb (7.25 kg)