Vertical & Offset Rotary Ditchers
From coupler to cutter head, AMCO makes a better drainage ditcher. Clean roadside ditches or direct water away from crops with the AMCO Rotary Ditcher, an industry best-seller. We offer both offset and vertical models, including the Dominator™ Vertical Rotary Ditcher for tractors with higher horsepower. Ditcher options are available for tractors with PTO ratings of 540 and 1,000.
- Our cutter heads feature five heat-treated, replaceable blades. The cutter head width is adjustable from 18″ to 20″ or from 24″ to 26″.
- The original vertical and offset body styles can be ordered with either diameter cutter head. The Dominator can be ordered with a 24″ to 26″ diameter cutter head.
- Securing the PTO drive shaft for storage is easy with a parking hook on the side of the unit. Our ditchers come with Series 55 PTO drivelines with shear bolt protection.
- Standard on all models is a concave skid shoe design with quick-adjust ratchet, which allows the drainage ditcher to track better and form a more uniform ditch. The skid shoe mount is located behind the gear case and helps prevent debris buildup around the cutter head.
- The ripper shank loosens tough soils and prolongs bearing life. The bearings have a two-year warranty.
- AMCO ditchers come with a case-hardened dual #80 heavy-duty chain with 16-tooth and 22-tooth drive sprockets.
- The powder-coated finish is more durable and environmentally friendly.

Model shown above: AD-540-V

Model shown above: AD-1000-D (Dominator)

Model shown above: AD-1000-OS
Vertical Rotary Ditcher
Vertical Rotary Ditcher Options
Model | Description (Body Only) | Approx. Weight lbs. |
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AD-540-V | Vertical Rotary Ditcher for 540 PTO | 569 |
AD-1000-V | Vertical Rotary Ditcher for 1,000 PTO | 569 |
Cutter Head Size
Model | Blade Diameter | Approx. Weight lbs. |
---|---|---|
AD-CHA18 | 18″ to 20″ 5-blade | 72 |
AD-CHA26 | 24″ to 26″ 5-blade | 109 |
PTO Driveline
Model | PTO Driveline | Approx. Weight lbs. |
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AD-DL6S | 1 3/8″, 6-spline (for 540 PTO) | 56 |
AD-DL21S | 1 3/8″, 21-spline (for 1,000 PTO) | 56 |
AD-DL20S | 1 3/4″, 20-spline (for 1,000 PTO) | 58 |
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Dominator Vertical Rotary Ditcher
Dominator Vertical Rotary Ditcher Options
Model | Description | Approx. Weight lbs. |
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AD-1000-D | Dominator Vertical Rotary Ditcher for 1,000 PTO only *Includes AD-CHA26 Cutter Head (24″ to 26″ 5-blade) and buster shank | 850 |
PTO Driveline
Model | PTO Driveline | Approx. Weight lbs. |
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AD-DL21S | 1 3/8″, 21-spline (for 1,000 PTO) | 56 |
AD-DL20S | 1 3/4″, 20-spline (for 1,000 PTO) | 58 |
Specifications subject to change without notice.
Offset Rotary Ditcher
Offset Rotary Ditcher Options
Model | Description (Body Only) | Approx. Weight lbs. |
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AD-540-OS | Left Offset Rotary Ditcher for 540 PTO | 734 |
AD-1000-OS | Left Offset Rotary Ditcher for 1,000 PTO | 734 |
Cutter Head Size
Model | Blade Diameter | Approx. Weight lbs. |
---|---|---|
AD-CHA18 | 18″ to 20″ 5-blade | 72 |
AD-CHA26 | 24″ to 26″ 5-blade | 109 |
PTO Driveline
Model | PTO Driveline | Approx. Weight lbs. |
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AD-DL6S | 1 3/8″, 6-spline (for 540 PTO) | 56 |
AD-DL21S | 1 3/8″, 21-spline (for 1,000 PTO) | 56 |
AD-DL20S | 1 3/4″, 20-spline (for 1,000 PTO) | 58 |
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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