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2025 Loftness Ditcher

Improve drainage in ditches, fields and many other applications with the Loftness® Ditcher. Heavy-duty construction, easy operation and adjustable performance make Loftness a superior choice for water control.

Need a ditch? The Loftness Ditcher can dig one up to 12 inches deep to help direct water where you want it to go. The impeller blades are also adjustable, allowing you to change the width from 18 to 20 inches. Recommended tractor speed is from 2.5 to 5 miles per hour, depending on soil conditions.

Features may include:

• The impeller blades are adjustable, allowing you to dig 18- or 20-inch-wide ditches. The blades are also reversible to double the service life before replacement is needed.

• The skid shoes allow the cutting depth to be adjusted up to 12 inches deep. A ratchet link provides easy and precise adjustment.

• The powerful impellers are capable of spreading soil up to 30-foot (9.1 m) distances.

• A 5-band belt drive with taper-lock sheaves provides reliable, efficient transfer of power from the tractor to the impeller. The belt has a spring tensioner with an easy nut adjustment.

• A point shank breaks up soil ahead of the impeller. It is designed for running in hard or rocky conditions.

• The included jack stands allow the Ditcher to be easily hooked up and disconnected.

• Compatible With Cat II or III Quick Hitch

• 540 or 1,000 RPM PTO