Get to Know Vermeer’s MTR726 Microtrencher Attachment

Vermeer is expanding its microtrenching lineup with the MTR726 attachment. The MTR726 can cut trenches up to 27 in. deep and up to 3 in. wide. It’s an ideal solution for projects that require deeper fiber installation. Vermeer’s MTR726 is compatible with the RTX750 ride-on tractor, and joins the MTR516 microtrencher, core saw and concrete reinstatement attachments in the company’s microtrenching lineup.

“We designed the MTR726 for contractors whose projects require them to go deeper,” said Nick Olsen, product manager at Vermeer. “When regulations call for greater depth of cover, the MTR726 delivers the cutting performance contractors need while maintaining the features that make our microtrenching solutions productive.”

According to the press release, the attachment’s fully shrouded cutting wheel contains debris and optimizes vacuum suction. This helps keep jobsites cleaner. The MTR726 boasts wheels with welded polycrystalline diamond cutter (PDC) teeth for fast, clean cuts in asphalt, single-lever depth control and up to 24 in. right offset for cutting next to curbs.

Vermeer designed the MTR726 with serviceability features to help maximize uptime. For example, the dual-hinged access panel provides easy access for blade servicing and replacement. This allows crews to change blades in as little as 25 minutes. The company said the attachment’s multiple bolt-in wear plates are field-serviceable, and the replaceable spoil outlet accommodates 4- or 6-in. vac hoses.

With the introduction of the MTR726, Vermeer now offers options to match different project requirements. The company said its MTR516 remains the practical choice for installations up to 17 in. deep with compatibility on both the RTX550 and RTX750 tractors. Vermeer’s new MTR726 serves contractors who need additional depth capability, paired specifically with the RTX750.