Werk-Brau 48-Inch Trencher for Skid Steers
Overview
The 48-inch-inch chain trencher cuts utility, irrigation, and drainage trenches in Canadian soil. Werk-Brau (Ohio) builds OEM-quality attachments available through Canadian dealers, with a strong track record on Canadian construction sites. 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 in Canada through Werk-Brau dealers.
Canada Availability
Best for: utility lines, irrigation, drainage
Compare with: Baumalight TR418 36-Inch Trencher for Skid Steers · Baumalight TR418 Skid Steer Trencher
Key Facts
- Trench depth: 48 inches
- Drive: hydraulic
- Application: utility lines, irrigation, drainage
- 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
Compatible with all skid steer brands and compact track loaders via universal SSQA quick attach. Mid-frame machines (S450–S650 class) are the most common fit.
About Werk-Brau in Canada
Werk-Brau is a well-established US manufacturer with decades of experience building excavator and skid steer attachments. Their products reach Canadian buyers through a solid dealer and distributor network.
✅ Last checked: March 2026