Track Trenchers
CE compliant
T855III Pipeline Trencher
A tough machine, built to last.
Vermeer
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At a glance
- Gross Horsepower
- 261 kw 350 hp
Features & benefits
- Designed specifically for 6-ft to 12-ft (1.8-m to 3.7-m) rock trenching jobs, the T855III is a great choice for utility, water and sewer installation
- Match the optional sectionalized boom to the job for optimal results, minimal tooth wear and reduced vibrations
- Vermeer SmartTEC electronic control system monitors real-time machine performance
Technical data
Specifications
| Approach Angle | — 20 deg |
|---|---|
| Height Range | 131 " - 143 " (332.7 cm - 363.2 cm) (143 "/363.2 cm represents the height with Rockwheel attachment) |
| Length with 20" (50.8 cm) End Idler and 2 ft (0.61 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 20" (50.8 cm) End Idler and 4 ft (1.22 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 20" (50.8 cm) End Idler and 5 ft (1.52 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 20" (50.8 cm) End Idler and 6 ft (1.83 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 20" (50.8 cm) End Idler and 8 ft (2.44 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 20" (50.8 cm) End Idler and 10 ft (3.05 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 30" (76.2 cm) End Idler and 4 ft (1.22 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 30" (76.2 cm) End Idler and 5 ft (1.52 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 30" (76.2 cm) End Idler and 6 ft (1.83 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 40" (101.6 cm) End Idler and 4 ft (1.22 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 40" (101.6 cm) End Idler and 5 ft (1.52 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 40" (101.6 cm) End Idler and 6 ft (1.83 m) Boom | 10 m 32.8 ft |
| Length with 40" (101.6 cm) End Idler and 8 ft (2.44 m) Boom | 10.8 m 35.3 ft |
| Length with 40" (101.6 cm) End Idler and 10 ft (3.05 m) Boom | 11.5 m 37.8 ft |
| Length with 40" (101.6 cm) End Idler and 12 ft (3.66 m) Boom | 12.3 m 40.3 ft |
| Length with 40" (101.6 cm) End Idler and 14 ft (4.27 m) Boom (with Restraint Bar) | m ft |
| Length with 50" (127 cm) End Idler and 8 ft (2.44 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 50" (127 cm) End Idler and 10 ft (3.05 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 50" (127 cm) End Idler and 12 ft (3.66 m) Boom | m ft |
| Length with 50" (127 cm) End Idler and 14 ft (4.27 m) Boom (with Restraint Bar) | m ft |
| Length with 50" (127 cm) End Idler and 16 ft (4.88 m) Boom (with Restraint Bar) | m ft |
| Length with 50" (127 cm) End Idler and 18 ft (5.49 m) Boom (with Restraint Bar) | m ft |
| Length | cm in |
| Weight Range | 65,500 lbs to 94,000 lbs (29,483 kg - 42,637 kg) |
| Width Ranges | 101 " - 104 " (256.5 cm - 264.2 cm) |
| Make and Model | Caterpillar C9 ACERT Tier 3 |
|---|---|
| Gross Horsepower | 261 kw 350 hp |
| Rated Engine RPM | — 2200 |
| Number of Cylinders | — 6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 651.1 L 172 gal |
| Operating Range | 9.4 hours |
| Fuel Consumption at Full Load | 69.3 lph 18.3 gph |
| Maximum Engine Operating Angle (Operating angles do not indicate safe machine operating angles) | — 40 deg |
| Air Cleaner | Dry-type exhaust aspirated |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid |
| Electrical System | 24 Volt DC |
| Oil Filter | Full flow |
| Horsepower at Maximum RPM (Gross) | kw hp |
| Make and Model | Caterpillar C9 ACERT Tier 4 Final |
|---|---|
| Gross Horsepower | 261 kw 350 hp |
| Rated Engine RPM | — 2200 |
| Number of Cylinders | — 6 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 651.1 L 172 gal |
| Operating Range | 9.4 hours |
| Fuel Consumption at Full Load | 69.3 lph 18.3 gph |
| Maximum Engine Operating Angle (Operating angles do not indicate safe machine operating angles) | — 40 deg |
| Air Cleaner | Dry-type with precleaner |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled |
| Cooling Medium | Liquid |
| Electrical System | 24 Volt DC |
| Oil Filter | Full flow |
| Maximum Horsepower at Maximum RPM (Gross) | kw hp |
| Auto Self Level | Yes |
|---|---|
| Ground Pressure Minimum | 75.8 kPa 11 psi |
| Ground Pressure Maximum | 113.1 kPa 16.4 psi |
| Tilt Track Available | Yes |
| Tilt Track Max Angle | +/- 9 degrees or +/- 12 inches |
| Track Drive Type | tDual path hydrosatic with planetary transmission |
| Track Length | 373.4 cm 147 in |
| Track Pad Type | Single, double, or triple grouser |
| Track Pad Width Ranges | 20 " or 24 " (50.8 or 61 cm) |
| Track Size | D6 |
| Maximum Ground Speed - Low | 32.4 m/min 106.3 ft/min |
| Maximum Ground Speed - High | 64.9 m/min 213 ft/min |
| Parking and Emergency Brake | Spring applied, hydraulic release, wet disc brake |
| Service Brakes | Hydrostatic |
| Belt Width | 76.2 cm 30 in |
|---|---|
| Conveyor Belt Speed Range | 0 - 917 fpm (0-279.5 mpm) |
| Conveyor Belt Style | Cleat or finger type |
| Conveyor Length | 96 " or 156 " (243.8 cm or 396.2 cm) |
| Conveyor Shift Available | Yes |
| Conveyor Shift Distance Range | 1.5 " and 61.5 " (3.8 cm and 156.2 cm) |
| Conveyor Style | Curved |
| Discharge Direction | Right or left |
| Discharge Height Range | 72.5 " (184.2 cm) |
| Trencher | Yes |
|---|---|
| Terrain Leveler | Yes |
| Terrain Leveler cutting width | cm in |
| Rockwheel | Yes |
| Bucket Wheel | No |
| Cab | Yes |
|---|---|
| Control System | TEC Plus |
| Air Conditioner/Heater | Yes |
| Air Suspension Seat | No |
| AM/FM Stereo with Weather Band | Yes |
| Elevating | Yes |
| Pressurized/Filtered Air | Yes |
| Rollover Protective Structure (ROPM) | Yes |
| Oil Tank Capacity | 548.9 L 145 gal |
|---|---|
| Oil Type | Vermeer HyPower 68 or Vermeer HyPower 100 |
| Pressure Setting | 172.4 bar 2500 psi |
| Pump Flow at Maximum RPM | 114.5 L/min 30.2 gpm |
| Pump Type | Pressure and flow compensated (load sensing) |
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