2026 Ditch Witch JT120 

2026 Ditch Witch 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.

STREAMLINED OPERATION

• 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 UPTIME

• 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.

ADVANCED OPERATOR'S STATION

• 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.

SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT

• 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.

Options:

• Spindle speed, max: 190 rpm
• Carriage thrust travel speed: 210 fpm
• Carriage pullback travel speed: 210 fpm
• Thrust force: 120,000 lb
• Pullback force: 120,000 lb
• Bore diameter: 6.5 in
• Backreamer diameter: Soil dependent
• Ground travel speed Forward/reverse: 2.8 mph
• Cooling medium: Liquid
• Injection: Direct
• Aspiration: Turbocharged & charge air cooled
• Bore: 4.21 in
• Stroke: 4.88 in
• Emissions compliance: EPA Tier 4F
• Entry angle, max: 12-18°
• Angle of approach: 17°
• Angle of departure: 17°
• Pressure, max: 1,100 psi
• Flow, max: 285 gpm
• DEF tank: 12.2 gal
• Hydraulic reservoir: 39 gal
• Antifreeze tank: 20 gal
• Diameter of drill pipe, tool joint end: 4.38 in
• Diameter of drill pipe: 3.95 in
• Bend radius, min: 205 ft
• SAE reserve capacity rating: 175 min
• SAE cold crank rating @ 0°F (-18°C): 950 amps
• Operator sound pressure per ISO 6394: < or = 80 dBA
• Average vibration transmitted to the operator's hand and whole body during normal operation: does not exceed 2.5 and 0.5 m/sec2 respectively