RT460

ride-on trencher
 RT460 Ride-on trencher

T
simply dig right
he Astec line of walk-behind and ride-
on utility trenchers, vibratory plows controlled Optional: Hydraulic direct-drive trencher for

and horizontal directional drills, along Optional backhoe Pivoting operator’s seat average soil types or heavy-duty flywheeel and

with related parts and accessories, offers A front-mounted D100 backhoe attach- for user comfort with torsion bar trencher for demanding digging

ment with digging depth of 5’9” and 8’8” simple and easy to oper- conditions.
users a broad choice of underground con-
reach is availablle. ate controls.
struction solutions.
The forerunners of the Astec machines
were developed by Charles Davis in 1959.
Recognized as an industry leader, Davis
trenchers were renowned for their innova-
tive designs and rugged reliability. The line
was purchased by Case in 1969, and the
machines carried the Case-Davis label until
the mid 1970s when the Davis name was
dropped. Case nurtured the line until 2002
when it was sold to Astec Underground and
the machines received the Astec brand.
Astec Underground continues to enhance
the line’s reputation for performance and
durability. Mainstay models like the Maxi-
Sneaker and TF300B still have a respected
place in the Astec lineup. Innovative
walk-behind trenchers like the RT130 and
RT160 are quickly joining them. These newly
engineered units pay homage to the Astec
heritage while confidently demonstrating
the company’s vision for the future.
Astec products are manufactured at the
company’s 360,000 square-foot facility in
Loudon, Tenn., alongside the company’s
Trencor line of rock trenchers, surface Optional go deep
miners, road miners, and related equipment. backfill blade Optional: P75 vibratory cable

Astec has owned the Trencor brand since Heavy duty 4-way backfill plow is capable of installations

1988. The combination of these respected blade attachment (62” wide)

names provides customers with unsur-
passed choices to meet their trenching
needs.
Astec products are sold and supported
through a worldwide network of 47 dealers
that operate more than 94 locations. These
dealers sell new and used Astec machines,
and provide the parts and service to help
customers minimize downtime and get
needed repair parts.
Visit www.astecunderground.com to
24” deep.
is equipped with a single lever
that controls lift and angle
functions.
smooth operation
Efficient Tandem hydrostatic transmission sharp turns
is direct controlled to provide operator 2-wheel steering is standard;
feel of operating load. 4-wheel is optional. Coordinated
Power under front and rear steer provides a
the hood tight 14’ outer diameter turn
4-cylinder 37 Hp Kubota circle.
v1505-b diesel engineprovides

learn about the full line of Astec Under- power and fuel efficient opera-

ground products or to contact the company tion.

for more information.

Breakthrough Solutions
 RT460 ride-on trencher

ENGINE A. Wheel base.....................................................................................1,350 mm (53.2 in)

l Model....................................................................................................... Kubota V1505-B
l Cylinders . .............................................................................................................................. 4
l Fuel injection ........................................................................................................ Indirect
l Bore/Stroke ..................................................... 3.07” x 3.09” (78.0 mm x 78.5 mm)
l Displacement ...................................................................................... 91.4 in3 (1.50 L)
Horsepower*
l Gross . ....................................................................................... 37 (28 kW) @ 3000 rpm
l Net.......................................................................................... 33.5 (25 kW) @ 3000 rpm
Maximum Torque
l Gross.............................................................................. 73 lb•ft (99 N•m) @ 2000 rpm
l Net ................................................................................. 67 lb•ft (91 N•m) @ 2000 rpm
B. Tread......................................................................................................1,270 mm (50 in)
C. Overall height to top of ROPS..............................................2,258 mm (88.9 in)
D. Overall width at tires.....................................................................1,575 mm (62 in)
E. Ground clearance at axle, 26 x 12 x 12 tire.............................. 186 mm (7.3 in)
GROUND DRIVE DIMENSIONS
Hydrostatic drive................................... Variable displacement axial piston pump
RT460 ...................................................................................... 0 - 27.3 gpm (0 - 103 L/min)
Axle ratio
RT460 .................................................................................................................................... 5.38:1
Differentials ........................................................................................................... Limited-slip

ELECTRICAL DIMENSIONS
l Overall height prime mover (to top of ROPS) .......................... 88.9” (2.26 m)
l Battery.....................................................................12 volt 525 cold-cranking amps
l Overall length prime mover............................................................... 84.2” (2.14 m)
l Alternator................................................................................................. 12 volt, 30 amp
l Overall transport length w/backhoe and trencherw/4’ boom...........246.2” (6.25 m)
l Starter ......................................................................................................... 12 volt, 1.4 kW
l Overall transport length w/plow and reel carrier - no reel ........... 182.0”(4.62 m)
l Angle of approach - prime mover ....................................................................... 43°
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
l Angle of departure - prime mover........................................................................ 90°
l Left and right entry/exit and uncluttered operator’s platform .....................
l Minimum ground clearance - no backfill blade.................... 12.0” (305 mm)
permits unobstructed operator movement and comfortable
l Minimum ground clearance w/backfill blade ........................ 8.3” (211 mm)
positioning when operating.
l Wheelbase....................................................................................................53.2” (1.35 m)
l All attachment controls are located within easy reach from the
l Trencher headshaft height ............................................................ 27.9” (709 mm)
operator’s seat. The seat swivels to provide operating comfort
l Angle of departure with trencher attachment: direct (planetary) .............. 22° (33°)
when working with rear-mounted attachments.
l Trencher boom angle down from horizontal: direct (planetary) ........... 60° (60°)
l A swingaway catwalk lets you move freely to and from the
l Trencher boom angle up from horizontal: direct (planetary)............... 60° (55°) 
operator’s compartment to the backhoe, yet allows easy service
l Overall transport height w/backhoe . ........................... D100 - 90.0” (2.29 m)
access to the engine.
l Backfill blade height . ........................................................................ 14.3” (363 mm)
l The muffler is enclosed in the engine compartment, resulting in
l Backfill blade lift height.................................................................... 15.5” (394 mm)
improved visibility to the front of the RT560.
l Backfill blade depth of cut below grade.................................. 11.9” (302 mm)
l Single key-start ignition and shutoff for fast and easy starts and
l Transport height, plow frame base tractor................................. 49.0” (1.24 m)
stops. System gauges and indicator lights are grouped for high
l Plow swing angle .............................................................................. 30° from center
visibility. Gauges — engine coolant temperature, hydraulic oil
temperature, voltage, fuel level, hourmeter, rpm’s. Indicator Lights Angle of departure base tractor/plow attachment raised:
l w/mounted blade .......................................................................... w/24” blade - 11°
— neutral indicator, engine oil pressure, alternator, air and
l w/o mounted blade..................................................................................................... 34°
hydraulic filter restriction.
l Plow blade tip ground clearance base tractor............ w/24” blade - 12.2” (310 mm)
l Overall width base tractor ................................................................. 62.0” (1.57 m)
TIRES
l Tread width (centerlines) base tractor.......................................... 48.0” (1.22 m) 
Standard .......26 x 12.0 - 12, 8 Ply
l Turning radius (outside) base tractor - 2-wheel steer............... 150” (3.8 m)
Optional.........29 x 12.5 - 15, 8 Ply
l Turning radius (outside) base tractor - 4-wheel steer................. 95” (2.4 m)
*Water with calcium chloride is approved for use as ballast in these tires.
*Note: Do not exceed the maximum GVW shown on the ROPS plate l Operating weight .......................................................................... 5,660 lb (2567 kg)

IMPORTANT: Astec Underground reserves the right to change these specifications without notice and without incurring any obligation relating to such change. This literature has been published for
world-wide circulation. Availability of some models and equipment builds vary according to the country in which the equipment is used. The illustrations and text may include optional equipment and
accessories and may not include all standard equipment. Your Astec dealer/distributor will be able to give you details of the products and their specifications available in your area.

NOTE: All specifications are stated in accordance with SAE Standards or Recommended Practices, where applicable. © 2007 ASTEC UNDERGROUND. All Rights Reserved. ASTEC_RT460_1_07

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