Tractor-Mounted Chain Trencher

AFT100

Heavy-duty tractor-mounted chain trencher for demanding conditions

Available to purchase through TrenchWorks in New Zealand

Best For

Suited to These Applications

Farm drainage
Fibre optic installation
Water pipelines
Utilities
Infrastructure

The AFT100 is a powerful, multi-purpose chain trencher built for tractors from 80 to 140+ hp. With a two-tier conveyor for clean spoil placement and digging widths from 125mm up to 400mm, it trenches up to ten times faster than a backhoe or excavator — making it the workhorse of choice for drainage, fibre optic and water pipeline projects across New Zealand.

Why Consider It

Trenches up to 10x faster than a backhoe or excavator
Two-tier conveyor for clean, controlled spoil placement
Digging widths from 125mm to 400mm to suit the job
Continuously variable, laser-controllable depth

Works With

80–140+ hp (60–105kW)

Trenching Depth

Up to 1.6m

Trenching Width

125–300mm (400mm version available)

Specifications

Tractor Power Requirement: 80–140+ hp (60–105kW)
Maximum Digging Depth: Up to 1.6m
Trench Width: 125–300mm (400mm version available)
Depth Control: Continuously variable, laser-ready
Drive: PTO-driven

Is This the Right Machine for Me?

The AFT100 is built for 80–140+ hp (60–105kw), trenching to up to 1.6m at widths of 125–300mm (400mm version available). If your project sits within that range it's a strong candidate — but ground conditions, site access and the exact outcome you need all matter too. Use the Find My Trencherquiz (on the right on desktop, or in the menu on mobile) for a starting recommendation, then talk to TrenchWorks to confirm it's right for your site before you buy. See the Trenchers NZ buying guide for how this machine compares across the full range.