PTX42 Plow/Trencher

The Vermeer PTX lineup is more versatile with the PTX42 walk-beside plow/trencher.

Description

The PTX42 joins the PTX40 and PTX44 as another option for installing fiber optic, electrical, gas, water and irrigation services for underground utility contractors, municipalities and landscaping professionals. The PTX42 offers walk-beside, pivoting hand controls, allowing operation from either side of the machine to help enable operators with precise handling. With a variety of versatile attachments, three traction options and other recognizable, reliable features included across the PTX lineup, the PTX42 is designed to give operators more options and help maximize productivity for plowing and trenching applications. Vermeer has you covered with utility versatility!

General Dimensions and Weights
Tread Width with Rubber Tracks (Centerline to Centerline)32.3 in ( 82 cm )
Ground Clearance (tracks)6.9 in ( 17.5 cm )
Ground clearance (rubber tires, option three)7.9 in ( 20.1 cm )
Ground Clearance (rubber tires, option two) 6.4 in ( 16.3 cm )
Ground Clearance (rubber tires)6.4 in ( 16.3 cm )
Tread width with rubber tires option three (centerline to centerline)39 in ( 99.1 cm )
Tread Width with Rubber Tires Option Two (Centerline to Centerline)36 in ( 91.4 cm )
Tread Width with Rubber Tires (Centerline to Centerline)30.3 in ( 77 cm )
Wheel Base (Centerline of Axles)48 in ( 121.9 cm )
Height (basic tractor, tracks)53.9 in ( 136.9 cm )
Height (basic tractor, rubber tires, option three)54.9 in ( 139.4 cm )
Height (basic tractor, rubber tires, option two)53.4 in ( 135.6 cm )
Height (basic tractor, rubber tires)53.4 in ( 135.6 cm )
Width (basic tractor, tracks)46.1 in ( 117.1 cm )
Width (basic tractor, rubber tires, option three)48.4 in ( 122.9 cm )
Width (basic tractor, rubber tires, option two)62.4 in ( 158.5 cm )
Width (basic tractor, rubber tires)44.5 in ( 113 cm )
Length (basic tractor, tracks)92.9 in ( 236 cm )
Length (basic tractor, rubber tires, option three)84.8 in ( 215.4 cm )
Length (basic tractor, rubber tires, option two)84.8 in ( 215.4 cm )
Length (basic tractor, rubber tires)84.8 in ( 215.4 cm )
Weight (basic tractor, tracks)3840 lbs ( 1741.8 kg )
Weight (basic tractor, rubber tires, option three)2940 lbs ( 1333.6 kg )
Weight (basic tractor, rubber tires, option two)3188 lbs ( 1446.1 kg )
Weight (basic tractor, rubber tires)3240 lbs ( 1469.6 kg )
Engine - Option one
Gross Horsepower (Maximum)46.8 hp ( 34.9 kw )
Maximum Torque88.7 ft-lb ( 120.3 Nm )
Axle Options
Outside turning diameter (rubber tires option three, front and rear steer)19 ft ( 5.8 m )
Outside Turning Diameter (Rubber Tires Option Two, Front and Rear Steer)20 ft ( 6.1 m )
Outside Turning Diameter (Rubber Tires, Front and Rear Steer)18.4 ft ( 5.6 m )
Axle load rating (static, per axle)14800 lbs ( 6713.2 kg )
Hydraulic System
Auxiliary pump relief2500 psi ( 172.4 bar )
Auxiliary pump capacity10.4 gpm ( 39.4 L/min )
Attachment pump relief2900 psi ( 199.9 bar )
Attachment pump capacity24 gpm ( 90.8 L/min )
Ground drive pump relief2900 psi ( 199.9 bar )
Ground drive pump capacity33.3 gpm ( 126.1 L/min )
Capacities
Coolant1.3 gal ( 4.7 L )
Hydraulic System11 gal ( 41.6 L )
Hydraulic Tank9 gal ( 34.1 L )
Fuel Tank12 gal ( 45.4 L )
Ground Drive - Rubber Tire
Ground pressure (basic tractor only)15.6 psi ( 1.1 bar )
Maximum reverse creep speed (low)127 ft/min ( 38.7 m/min )
Maximum forward creep speed (low)127 ft/min ( 38.7 m/min )
Maximum reverse transport speed (high)2.4 mph ( 3.9 km/h )
Maximum forward transport speed (high)2.4 mph ( 3.9 km/h )
Ground Drive - Tracks
Ground pressure (basic tractor only)5.8 psi ( .4 bar )
Track width11 in ( 27.9 cm )
Track Contact Length14.4 in ( 36.6 cm )
Maximum reverse creep speed (low)127 ft/min ( 38.7 m/min )
Maximum forward creep speed (low)127 ft/min ( 38.7 m/min )
Maximum reverse transport speed (high)2.4 mph ( 3.9 km/h )
Maximum forward transport speed (high)2.4 mph ( 3.9 km/h )
Ground Drive - Rubber Tire Option Two
Ground pressure (basic tractor only)8.7 psi ( .6 bar )
Maximum reverse creep speed (low)127 ft/min ( 38.7 m/min )
Maximum forward creep speed (low)127 ft/min ( 38.7 m/min )
Maximum reverse transport speed (high)2.4 mph ( 3.9 km/h )
Maximum forward transport speed (high)2.4 mph ( 3.9 km/h )
Ground Drive - Rubber Tire Option Three
Ground pressure (basic tractor only)13.9 psi ( 1 bar )
Maximum reverse creep speed (low)143 ft/min ( 43.6 m/min )
Maximum forward creep speed (low)143 ft/min ( 43.6 m/min )
Maximum reverse transport speed (high)2.7 mph ( 4.3 km/h )
Maximum forward transport speed (high)2.7 mph ( 4.3 km/h )

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