T1255III Pipeline Trencher

  • The heavy-duty T1255 trencher from Vermeer provides the trench digging power needed to cut through solid rock for large-diameter applications
  • Vermeer SmartTEC electronic control system monitors real-time machine performance
  • Match the optional sectionalized boom to the job for optimal results, minimal tooth wear and reduced vibrations

General

Manufacturer Vermeer
Model T1255III Pipeline Trencher
Category Pipeline, Renewable Energy
Price Request a Quote
Year 2024

Transport Dimensions

Approach Angle 15deg
Height Range 146 " (370.8 cm)
Length with 50" (127 cm) End Idler and 8 ft (2.44 m) Boom 43ft (13.1m)
Length with 50" (127 cm) End Idler and 10 ft (3.05 m) Boom 45.5ft (13.9m)
Length with 50" (127 cm) End Idler and 12 ft (3.66 m) Boom 48ft (14.6m)
Length with 50" (127 cm) End Idler and 14 ft (4.27 m) Boom (with Restraint Bar) 48.8ft (14.9m)
Length with 50" (127 cm) End Idler and 16 ft (4.88 m) Boom (with Restraint Bar) 51.3ft (15.6m)
Length with 50" (127 cm) End Idler and 18 ft (5.49 m) Boom (with Restraint Bar) 53.8ft (16.4m)
Weight Range 150,000 lbs - 205,000 lbs (68,039 kg - 92,986 kg)
Width Ranges 134 " (340.4 cm)
Make and Model Caterpillar C18 ACERT Tier 3
Gross Horsepower 600hp (447.4kw)
Rated Engine RPM 2100
Number of Cylinders 6
Fuel Tank Capacity 370gal (1400.6L)
Operating Range 11.6 hours
Fuel Consumption at Full Load 31.8gph (120.4lph)
Maximum Engine Operating Angle (Operating angles do not indicate safe machine operating angles) 35deg
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
Make and Model Caterpillar C18 ACERT Tier 4 Final
Gross Horsepower 600hp (447.4kw)
Rated Engine RPM 2000
Number of Cylinders 6
Fuel Tank Capacity 370gal (1400.6L)
Operating Range 12.1 hours
Fuel Consumption at Full Load 30.5gph (115.5lph)
Maximum Engine Operating Angle (Operating angles do not indicate safe machine operating angles) 35deg
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
Auto Self Level No
Ground Pressure Minimum 15.5psi (106.9kPa)
Ground Pressure Maximum 21.1psi (145.5kPa)
Tilt Track Available No
Track Drive Type Dual path hydrostatic with planetary transmission
Track Length 181.5in (461cm)
Track Pad Type Double grouser
Track Pad Width Ranges 30 " (76.2 cm)
Track Size Cat 375 Excavator
Maximum Ground Speed - Low 44.2ft/min (13.5m/min)
Maximum Ground Speed - High 118ft/min (36m/min)
Parking and Emergency Brake Spring applied, hydraulic release, wet disc brake
Service Brakes Hydrostatic
Belt Width 36in (91.4cm)
Conveyor Belt Speed Range 0 - 814 fpm (0 - 248 m/min)
Conveyor Belt Style Finger type
Conveyor Length 180 " or 240 " (457.2 cm or 609.6 cm)
Conveyor Shift Available Standard
Conveyor Shift Distance Range 60 " or 125 " (152.4 cm or 317.5 cm)
Conveyor Style Curved
Discharge Direction Right or left
Discharge Height Range 74 " - 103 " (188 cm - 261.6 cm)
Trencher Yes
Terrain Leveler Yes
Rockwheel No
Bucket Wheel No
Cab Yes
Control System TEC Plus
Air Conditioner/Heater Yes
Air Suspension Seat Yes
AM/FM Stereo with Weather Band Yes
Elevating Yes
Pressurized/Filtered Air Yes
Rollover Protective Structure (ROPM) Yes
Oil Tank Capacity 210gal (794.9L)
Oil Type Vermeer HyPower 68 or Vermeer HyPower 100
Pressure Setting 2500psi (172.4bar)
Pump Flow at Maximum RPM 27.9gpm (105.6L/min)
Pump Type Pressure and flow compensated (load sensing)