HT712 Hydraulic Mini Trencher – Precision Trenching Made Easy

Compact, Powerful and Fully Hydraulic – Designed for Professional Trenching Applications

The Red Roo HT712 Hydraulic Mini Trencher is a compact, self-propelled pedestrian trencher designed for irrigation contractors, landscapers, electricians, hire and rental companies, and property maintenance professionals.

Powered by a genuine 6.5 HP Honda GX200 engine, the HT712 combines reliable petrol engine performance with an advanced hydraulic drive system, delivering precise trenching with less operator effort.

With a maximum digging depth of 450 mm and a trench width of approximately 90 mm, the HT712 is ideal for installing irrigation systems, sprinkler pipes, underground cables, garden lighting and other shallow underground services.

Why Choose the Red Roo HT712?

1. Intelligent Hydraulic Drive System

Unlike conventional trenchers that require frequent manual ground-speed adjustments, the Red Roo HT712 features an automatic load-sensing hydraulic system.

When digging resistance increases, the system automatically reduces wheel speed. When the load decreases, ground speed increases.

This maintains a more consistent engine load and allows the operator to concentrate on guiding the machine rather than continually adjusting travel speed.

2. No Belts, Gears or Conventional Drive Chains

The HT712 eliminates conventional belt, gear and chain drive systems, apart from the digging chain itself.

This hydraulic design offers several practical advantages:

• Fewer mechanical drive components requiring adjustment.

• Reduced routine maintenance requirements.

• Smooth, controlled hydraulic operation.

• Greater control over trenching ground speed.

• A practical design for demanding commercial applications.

3. Precision Trenching Up to 450 mm Deep

The HT712 offers digging depth options from 100 mm to 450 mm and a standard digging chain width of approximately 90 mm.

The narrow trench profile helps minimise unnecessary ground disturbance, making the machine particularly suitable for established lawns, landscaped gardens and irrigation installations.

4. Hydraulic Chain Reverse

Rocks, roots and other debris can interrupt trenching operations.

The HT712 features hydraulic digging-chain reverse, allowing the operator to reverse the chain to help dislodge obstructions.

This feature can reduce interruptions and improve productivity when working in variable ground conditions.

5. Designed for Operator Control and Safety

The HT712 incorporates a low centre of gravity for stability during operation.

Its safety clutch is designed to stop the wheel drive and digging chain immediately when disengaged.

With hydraulic ground-speed control and freewheeling hubs, the machine offers practical handling and manoeuvrability on residential and commercial job sites.

Ideal HT712 Mini Trencher Applications

The Red Roo HT712 is particularly suitable for:

• Irrigation contractors: Installing underground irrigation pipework and sprinkler systems.

• Electrical contractors: Preparing narrow trenches for appropriately protected underground electrical services.

• Landscapers: Installing garden irrigation, lighting conduits and drainage-related pipework within the machine's depth capability.

• Golf courses and sportsgrounds: Installing irrigation systems and undertaking grounds maintenance.

• Hire and rental companies: Providing customers with a compact hydraulic trencher for residential and commercial projects.

• Property maintenance contractors: Installing underground services around established properties.

Red Roo HT712 Technical Specifications

Why the HT712 Is Ideal for Hire and Rental Companies

Hire and rental equipment must be practical to operate, straightforward to maintain and capable of handling a variety of customer applications.

The HT712's automatic hydraulic ground-speed adjustment helps simplify operation, while its elimination of conventional belt and gear drives reduces the number of drive components requiring attention.

Its compact dimensions, genuine Honda engine and hydraulic chain reverse make it a practical addition to professional hire fleets throughout Australia and New Zealand.

Frequently Asked Questions

How deep can the Red Roo HT712 mini trencher dig?

The Red Roo HT712 offers digging depth options from 100 mm to a maximum of 450 mm, making it suitable for shallow irrigation and underground service installations.

How wide is the trench produced by the HT712?

The standard digging chain is 88.9 mm wide, producing a narrow trench suitable for many irrigation and conduit applications.

Does the HT712 have hydraulic drive?

Yes. The HT712 incorporates hydraulic ground drive with an automatic load-sensing system that adjusts wheel speed according to digging resistance.

What engine powers the HT712?

The HT712 is powered by a genuine Honda GX200 four-stroke petrol engine producing 6.5 HP (4.9 kW).

Can the digging chain run in reverse?

Yes. The hydraulic chain reverse feature helps operators dislodge rocks and debris encountered during trenching.

Is the HT712 suitable for equipment hire businesses?

Yes. Its hydraulic drive, compact dimensions and straightforward operation make it suitable for professional hire and rental applications.

Where can I purchase or hire a Red Roo HT712?

Contact Red Roo Sales & Service to enquire about purchasing the HT712 or locating a participating hire and rental business in Australia or New Zealand.

Experience the Red Roo Hydraulic Advantage

For professional irrigation installation, landscaping, underground services and hire applications, the Red Roo HT712 delivers hydraulic trenching performance in a compact, operator-friendly machine.

Contact Red Roo Sales & Service today for product information, pricing, demonstrations and availability.

HT712 BEST IN CLASS MINI TRENCHER

Whether you're digging trenches for new pipes, laying down irrigation, or creating precise pathways on the green, our mini trencher gets the job done with efficiency and ease. It is perfect for tight spaces and tough terrain. Its durable design is built to withstand the rigours of daily use. Upgrade your toolkit with the Red Roo Mini Trencher and experience top-tier performance with every dig!

HT712 DEMONSTRATION

The HT712 Hydraulic Trencher is the recommended trencher for the installation of sprinkler systems and electrical installations. The free wheeling hubs, hydraulic drive and forwards and backwards chain rotation are just some of the features that illustrate why the HT712 provides superior performance to its competitors.

40HP EFI BRIGGS & STRATTON

The unrelenting 40HP BIG BLOCK™ engines feature EFI and ETC technology — reducing fuel consumption and maintaining power when your application demands it

BUYER BEWARE REGARDING COUNTRY OF ORIGIN OF OTHER TRENCHERS

Due diligence regarding the country of origin when purchasing a pedestrian trencher should be considered very important, as the reliability, support and spare parts availability may not meet your expectations. This machine is not self-propelled, the operator must physically drag the machine backwards.

PADDOCK TRENCHER

• MADE IN CHINA
• WOODEN BOX DISTRIBUTION MODEL
• BENEFITS AND FEATURES ARE IDENTICAL TO ALL OTHER CHINESE IMPORTED MACHINES
• NO SELF-PROPEL
• CHAIN AND SPROCKET DRIVE SYSTEM
• NOT DESIGNED FOR EXTREMELY DIFFICULT AUSTRALIAN CONDITIONS
• HIRE A RED ROO TRENCHER FROM YOUR LOCAL HIRE AND RENTAL STORE
• A MUCH BETTER OPTION THAN PURCHASING A PADDOCK