36 in Trencher Rental in Brooklyn, NYC
The 36 in trencher is a Vermeer RT100 walk-behind trencher with a 13 hp Honda GX390 and hydrostatic drive. It digs narrow trenches up to 36 in deep for water lines, electrical conduit, irrigation and drainage.
Vermeer RT100 specifications
Good jobs for the Vermeer RT100
- Water and sewer laterals
- Electrical and low voltage conduit
- Irrigation lines
- French drains
Will the Vermeer RT100 fit your job?
Hydrostatic drive lets you set the speed to match the soil. Call 811 before you dig so utilities are marked. For shallow irrigation and cable, the Barreto 712MTH is smaller. See all our trenchers.
Rental Details
Vermeer RT100 rental questions
How deep does it dig?
Up to 36 in.
Do I need to call 811?
Yes. Call 811 a few days before you dig so utility lines are marked.
What engine does it have?
A 13 hp Honda GX390.
Can it dig in rocky soil?
Rock and roots slow it down. Tell us your soil, and we will help.
Can I pick it up myself?
Yes, with a trailer or ramp truck, or we deliver to all five NYC boroughs.
How wide is the trench?
Tell us the width you need and we will confirm the chain on the unit going out.
Do I need to backfill?
Yes. Backfill and tamp the trench after laying the line. A jumping jack tamper compacts the fill.



