Professional 20 tonne hydraulic rock wheel hire for trenching, rock cutting and utilities projects throughout the UK.
20 Tonne Hydraulic Rock Wheel Hire is available nationwide through 777 Hire for trenching, rock cutting and utility installation works. Rock wheels cut clean, accurate trenches through rock, concrete and hard ground with minimal vibration, and we can source wheels matched to your 20 tonne carrier machine, with excavators and users also available subject to location and specification.
Common uses for 20 Tonne Hydraulic Rock Wheel (48 pick)
Utility and cable trenching, pipe laying, drainage trenches, road crossings, cutting concrete and asphalt, foundation and kerb line cutting, rock trimming and channel cutting in hard ground.
Benefits of 20 Tonne Hydraulic Rock Wheel (48 pick)
- Fast accurate trenching in rock and hard ground, minimal over-excavation and backfill, low vibration compared with breaking, clean trench walls, reduced reinstatement costs and nationwide availability.
Technical specifications
Suitable for compatible 20 tonne excavator class machines. Hydraulic rock wheel with 48 pick cutting drum and replaceable tungsten carbide picks. Requires high flow double-acting auxiliary hydraulics. Cutting width and depth vary by model and ground conditions.
Attachments available
Replaceable tungsten carbide picks, pick holders, hoses and fittings, quick hitch brackets and headstocks subject to availability.
Frequently asked questions
What is a 20 tonne hydraulic rock wheel used for?
A 20 tonne rock wheel is used to cut narrow, accurate trenches through rock, concrete, tarmac and compacted ground for utility pipes and cables, drainage, road crossings, foundations and kerb lines. It is also used to cut joints and channels in slabs and to trim rock faces where a breaker would be too slow or uncontrolled.
How deep and wide can a rock wheel cut?
Cutting width and depth depend on the wheel diameter, carrier size and ground conditions; larger wheels on heavier carriers cut deeper and wider trenches. The 48 pick drum on this unit is designed for efficient cutting in hard material. Tell us your trench specification and ground type and we will advise on the most suitable wheel.
What excavator do I need for a 20 tonne rock wheel?
The rock wheel is designed for excavators in the 20 tonne operating weight class with a high flow double-acting auxiliary hydraulic circuit. Tell us your carrier make, model and hitch type and we will confirm compatibility and supply the correct hoses and fittings, or provide a matched excavator from our supplier network.
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