Shelton Supertrencher 560 has been radically redesigned for 2011.

The popular Shelton Supertrencher 560 machine for sportsturf drainage has been radically redesigned for 2011. A number of the features embodied in the larger Supertrencher + machines now appear in the new 560.

The new Conveyor, transporting the risings into the trailer or dump truck running alongside, is hinged on a door-like frame. This gives easy access to the massive soil exit port should this be necessary.

This design also enables the conveyor to lay alongside the machine for transportation purposes thus reducing the likelihood of accidents that often happen when moving from site to site.

The attachment of the sixteen tungsten-carbide tipped cutters to the digging wheel has been simplified and the digging forces are now transferred to the digging wheel whereas formerly they were absorbed by the holding bolts.

The 15mm thick digging wheel is fitted with turbo bars as standard. This feature rapidly clears the enclosed hood of fine dust particles when digging in dry hard conditions.

The Shelton policy of using stainless steel widely in the construction of its trenchers continues. Stainless steel assists the flow of excavated soil through the machine and does not rust. Furthermore, when compared with the equivalent thickness of mild steel it is significantly stronger; saving weight as a result. Additionally it enhances the appearance of the new 560 machine which is painted in green and yellow.

Changing the cutters is made much easier by the speedy removal of a panel at the rear of the machine. This enables the operator to undertake this work in the standing position.

The 2011 model Shelton Supertrencher+ 560 digs to a maximum depth of 560mm. Trench widths may be varied from 50mm to 135mm.

The Supertrencher range was introduced by Sheltons in 1983; since when there has been a policy of continuing development.

Shelton Supertrenchers are all fitted with soil conveyors as standard (not as extras!)

They are designed primarily for the drainage of sportsfields, golf courses race courses, stadia and amenity areas. They may be used for cable, pipe laying and irrigation installations.

Shelton Supertrenchers are mounted on the 3-point linkage of a tractor. For the new 560 machine a tractor of 70+ hp is recommended fitted with creep speed gearbox or hydrostatic transmission. The 560 machine needs 2 pairs of double acting spool, valves and a single acting spool valve. These power the conveyor, the depth control on the move and the discharge height of the conveyor.

Fitting laser as an optional extra provides accurate depth control.

Further information: www.sheltonsdrainage.com