TMG-SDT72 72-Inch Deep Trencher for Skid Steers
Overview
The 72-inch-inch chain trencher cuts utility, irrigation, and drainage trenches in Canadian soil. TMG Industrial is a Canadian company based in BC with a nationwide dealer network and direct online sales, making parts and support easy to access across Canada. Tungsten carbide teeth handle hard clay, gravel, and rocky sub-soil that disc trenchers struggle with. Trench width and depth capacity depend on the selected chain configuration. Available direct from TMG Industrial Canada (tmgindustrial.ca).
Canada Availability
Best for: utility lines, gas, electrical at depth, drain tile
Compare with: Baumalight TR418 36-Inch Trencher for Skid Steers · Baumalight TR418 Skid Steer Trencher
Key Facts
- Trench depth: 72 inches
- Trench width: 6 inches
- Drive: hydraulic
- Application: utility lines, gas, electrical at depth, drain tile
- Mount: universal SSQA
Is This Right For You?
✅ Buy if…
- You trench through soft to moderate soil for utilities, drainage, or irrigation lines at 36–60 inch depth
- Your soil is clay, loam, sandy loam, or river bottom — chain trenchers cut fast in these conditions
⛔ Skip if…
- Your soil is solid rock, dense caliche, or Shield granite — chain links and sprockets wear out fast in rock
- You trench in deeply frozen Prairie ground regularly — rock chain at 3–5× wear rate makes winter trenching expensive
🔍 Also consider…
- Rock wheel trencher if your ground is consistently rocky or hardpan
- Standard auger if you're drilling individual holes rather than continuous trench lines
Compact size fits small-frame machines (S70–S185 class) as well as mid and large-frame loaders. Universal SSQA mount works with all major brands.
About TMG Industrial in Canada
TMG Industrial imports and distributes a broad range of construction attachments from its Canadian warehouses, offering competitive pricing with delivery across Canada. A popular choice for contractors who want solid value without long lead times.
✅ Last checked: March 2026