Earthmoving Machines
Herder 550H Trencher (2025)
Explore the Herder 550H trencher, a versatile and powerful machine for trenching and vegetation management in South Africa. Get detailed specs, applications, and buying advice.
Model + price
- Model
- Herder 550H
- Price range
- R 2 064 000 - R 3 096 000
Market price score
10/10
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Signals
- Demand
- MEDIUM
- Year range
- 2025
- Weight (kg)
- 6800
Years produced
2025–2025
- Initial Release: 2025–presentThe Herder 550H is a relatively new model, representing the latest in their trencher/tool carrier line-up, focusing on enhanced hydraulic efficiency and modularity.
As a new model, production is ongoing with potential for future revisions.
Key specs
- Year range
- 2025
- Operating Weight
- 6,800 kg
- Power Requirement (Prime Mover)
- Typically 100-150 hp (75-112 kW)(est.)
- Trenching Depth (Max)
- Up to 1.5 - 2.0 m(est.)
- Trenching Width (Variable)
- 150 mm - 400 mm (depending on chain/boom)(est.)
- Hydraulic Flow Requirement
- Approx. 80-120 L/min(est.)
- Reach (Horizontal from Centre)
- Up to 6.0 - 7.5 m(est.)
- Boom Rotation
- 180-270 degrees (depending on configuration)(est.)
- Control System
- Electro-hydraulic proportional control
- Mounting Type
- Three-point linkage or custom frame mount
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