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Equipment Fitment & Selection Assistance | Delivery to the 48 Contiguous States | U.S.-Based Phone and Email Support

Skid Steer Trencher | Star Industries

Brand Star IndustriesSKU 131-48C
Original price $9,007.00 USD - Original price $11,418.00 USD
Original price
$10,395.00 USD
$9,007.00 USD - $11,418.00 USD
Current price $10,395.00 USD
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Financing Available for Eligible Orders
Contractor-Grade Equipment

The Star Industries Skid Steer Trencher digs trenches through dirt, rock, and frost for utility, irrigation, and drainage work, available with a dirt, rock-and-frost, or combo chain to match ground conditions. It's hydraulically driven, requiring 20 to 30 GPM from the carrier.

Need fitment or freight help before you order? Contact us.

Shipping & Freight

We ship to the 48 contiguous states. We do not ship to Alaska, Hawaii, US territories, military (APO/FPO/DPO) addresses or outside the United States.

Smaller items ship by parcel carrier, priced by weight. Larger items and heavy equipment ship by LTL freight, priced by your ZIP code and the delivery type you choose: terminal pickup and dock delivery cost the least, and commercial liftgate, residential liftgate and jobsite delivery each add the carrier’s fee. Your shipping cost is shown at checkout before you pay.

The best way to get a shipping quote or ask a freight question is the Get a Freight Quote button on this page. You can also call (805) 398-6165.

Delivery types, delivery times, terminal pickup, liftgate service and damage inspection are covered in our Shipping Policy.

Compatibility / Fitment

Compatibility varies by product type, machine setup, selected options, and intended application.

For machine-mounted equipment and attachments, buyers should confirm fitment before ordering using the relevant machine information, including model, attachment style, mount type, coupler type, hydraulic requirements, and any other product-specific requirements listed on the page.

Hardscape Heavy can assist with pre-order fitment guidance based on the information you provide. This guidance is limited to purchase and compatibility review before ordering and does not include field installation, hydraulic modification, fabrication, or on-site setup support.

If you are unsure whether a product will work with your machine or application, contact us before placing the order.

Specifications

Core Specs

  • Weight: 900 lb (408 kg)
  • Chain Length: 48 in (1219 mm)
  • Chain Style: Combo, Dirt, or Rock & Frost

Fitment / Machine Requirements

  • Hydraulic Flow: 20 to 30 GPM
  • Hydraulic Pressure: confirm with supplier
  • Hydraulic Couplers: confirm with supplier
  • Minimum Carrier Operating Capacity: confirm with supplier


Need full technical detail?
See the Technical Details tab. If available, also see manufacturer PDF in the Downloads tab.

Returns & Warranty

Warranty coverage is provided by the product manufacturer where applicable. Warranty terms, coverage periods, exclusions, and claim procedures vary by brand and product type.

Hardscape Heavy does not create separate warranty coverage beyond the manufacturer’s warranty unless explicitly stated on the product page.

Returns: within 30 days of delivery if unused and complete, with a restocking fee of up to 25% plus return freight. Returns need the manufacturer's agreement to take the item back; if they won't, the sale is final. Custom and made-to-order items are final sale. Full terms: Refund Policy.

Please review our full return policy before purchase. If you have questions about return eligibility or manufacturer warranty coverage for a specific item, contact us before ordering.

The Star Industries Skid Steer Trencher digs narrow, precise trenches through dirt, rock, and thick frost, using a chain-and-teeth mechanism driven off the skid steer's hydraulics. It's built for utility work: installing water lines, gas lines, electrical conduits, and cable for construction crews. Landscapers use it for irrigation systems, drainage runs, landscape edging, and retaining wall foundations, while farms run it for irrigation, drainage tile, and other underground infrastructure. Road crews use the same trencher to install drainage systems and utility conduits beneath roadways.

A hydraulic motor drives the chain and teeth directly, giving consistent power and precise control over trench depth and width as the operator works. The chain and teeth are hardened steel, and the teeth are replaceable, so the trencher keeps its cutting edge instead of being rebuilt when it dulls. A full rock guard protects the chain assembly, and the chain itself is interchangeable: a dirt chain for straight digging, a rock-and-frost chain for tougher ground, or a combo chain in between. This is built for crews who trench as a regular part of the job, whether that's utility lines, irrigation runs, or drainage work, not a once-in-a-while dig.

Common Applications

  • Utility line trenching for water, gas, electrical, and cable lines
  • Irrigation and drainage installation for landscaping
  • Farm irrigation, drainage tile, and underground infrastructure
  • Road construction drainage and utility conduits

Selection Notes

  • Choose the chain style for the ground: dirt chain for straight digging, rock-and-frost chain for rocky or frozen ground, combo chain for mixed conditions.
  • Hydraulic pressure and coupler type are not stated; confirm with the supplier before ordering.
Build
Chain Style (Combo)
Model 131-48C
Chain Style (Dirt)
Model 131-48D
Chain Style (Rock & Frost)
Model 131-48R
Chain & Teeth
Hardened steel, replaceable teeth
Rock Guard
Full, standard
Hydraulics
Hydraulic Flow
20 to 30 GPM
Hydraulic Pressure
Confirm with supplier
Hydraulic Couplers
Confirm with supplier
Accessories
Auger
15 in (381 mm), included
Crumber Bar & Blade
Included
Dimensions & Weights
Chain Length
48 in (1219 mm)
Weight
900 lb (408 kg)
Replaceable teeth
Keeps cutting efficiency up without rebuilding the chain
Full rock guard
Protects the chain assembly when digging through rock and debris
Interchangeable chain styles
Matched to the ground, from straight dirt to rock and frost, without swapping machines

Included with Purchase

  • 1 Skid Steer Trencher (variant/model as ordered)
  • Crumber bar and blade
  • 15 in auger

Not Included Unless Stated

  • Carrier machine (skid steer)
  • On-site installation or machine configuration

Note: Confirm exact included components and mount hardware with supplier at time of order.

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