OLIXIS Hitch Mounted Trencher, Durable & Rustproof Hitch Mounted Ripper with 2 Replaceable Teeth, Adjustable 16 Inch Heavy Duty Trench Digger for ATV/UTV Tractor

What It Is

The OLIXIS Hitch Mounted Trencher is a tow-behind ripper that attaches to a standard 2-inch receiver hitch on ATVs, UTVs, or small tractors. It uses two replaceable teeth to cut narrow trenches for laying cable, conduit, irrigation lines, or edging.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Hitch size: Requires a 2-inch Class II or III receiver (1.25-inch hitches will not work without an adapter).
• Vehicle class: Best for machines with at least 300cc engine or 20 HP; underpowered ATVs may struggle in hard or rocky soil.
• Hitch weight rating: Ensure your vehicle’s hitch is rated for at least 500 lbs tongue weight (the trencher weighs ~35 lbs but exerts downward force when engaged).
• No OEM-specific fit: Universal design—no brand/model restrictions, but measure your hitch’s ground clearance; the trencher’s adjustable depth (up to 16 inches) may bottom out on low-clearance vehicles.

Key Things to Know

• Build quality: Heavy-duty steel with a rust-resistant powder coat, but the two replaceable teeth are the primary wear items—keep spares on hand for rocky soil.
• Installation: Simple slide-in and pin attachment; no tools required beyond a hitch pin (not included). Adjust depth by moving the hitch pin to different holes.
• Common gotcha: The trencher works best in loose or moist soil. In hard-packed clay or rocky ground, you may need to make multiple passes or use a smaller cutting depth to avoid stalling the vehicle.
• No reverse operation: Only cut while moving forward; backing up can bend the teeth or hitch.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you need an affordable, no-frills way to dig narrow trenches for cable, drip irrigation, or landscape edging with an ATV or UTV, and your soil isn’t dense with rocks. Skip it for heavy-duty farm tiling or rocky terrain—those jobs demand a PTO-driven trencher or a walk-behind unit with more cutting force.