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DECKHAND® LT
Handles the big jobs with low cost & risk
The purpose-engineered DECKHAND® LT (DHLT) offers distribution and utility contractors a safe and cost-effective way to handle drill rod, pipe, and tooling on the job site.
DECKHAND® LT EXCAVATOR ATTACHMENT
Purpose-built and optimized for HDD, the DECKHAND® LT offers a safe and cost-effective way to handle drill rod, pipe, and tooling on the job site. The DECKHAND® LT with our Directional Drilling LT (DDLT) Arms gives you precision in loading drill rigs and moving pipe and casings around the work area. The DECKHAND® LT-SE model includes an electronics package that enables use with most of our DECKHAND® interchangeable arms.
The DECKHAND® system is a modular design that consists of a main head unit that works in tandem with interchangeable arm attachments. The head unit mounts to any brand of excavator; the excavator’s auxiliary hydraulics then safely and efficiently power the system. Interchangeable arms are used to pick up pipe, poles, casings, or road mats and securely lift, lower, rotate, and tilt the load under the total control of the operator inside the excavator cab.
DECKHAND® LT Features
Basic Features:
- Head unit mounts to any brand of excavator in the 20-36 metric ton range.
- 360° Continuous Rotation
- In-Cab display for monitoring and easy adjustments.
- Load hold valves guarantee grip regardless of hydraulic pressure - meaning no dropped pipe.
- Main Beam can tilt up to 18° in either direction.
- Powered by the excavator's auxiliary circuit.
- Durability and precision you've come to expect, in a cost-effective package.
- Two models available: base DHLT and fully-featured DHLT-SE
Easy Installation:
- The DECKHAND® pins can be easily adjusted for diameter to allow for easy installation on any stick. DECKHAND® is connected to the auxiliary circuit through the use of two hydraulic quick connects.
- Excavator hand grips are replaced with DECKHAND® control handles. In-cab monitor and electronic cab box are installed inside cab.
Ideal buyer:
- HDD contractors who want something purpose-built for rods, tooling, and low-impact handling.
KEY BENEFITS:
- Purpose-built drill rod handling reduces time spent staging and loading on small- and mid-sized HDD spreads.
- 360° rotation and off-center grip lets operators pick from cluttered racks without repositioning excavators.
- Grip sensors and load-hold valves protect tooling and prevent uncontrolled swings.
- LT-SE electronics option scales the unit into standard DECKHAND arm compatibility to maximize future flexibility.
- A lower cost entry point than a full DECKHAND makes it attractive for mid-tier HDD contractors seeking improved safety without premium overhead.
Product specifications:
- Part Number: 8400
- Model Numbers: DHLT / DHLT-SE
- Excavator Wt Class: 20-36 METRIC TON
- Supply Pressure: 3,000 PSI / 207 BAR
- Standard Recommended Flow: 25 GPM / 95 LPM
- Max Flow: 30 GPM / 114 LPM
- Min Flow: 20 GPM / 76 LPM
- Capacity: 10,000 LBS / 4,536 KG
- Weight: 2,137 LBS / 969 KG
- Overall Dimensions (inches): 84L X 37W X 54H
The DECKHAND® Comfortably Serves These Industries:
Pipeline Construction Contractors • Horizontal Directional Drilling Contractors • Pipe Transport Companies • Pipe Manufacturers • Pipe Holding Yards • Pipe Repair and Integrity Dig Contractors • Utility Construction Contractors • Road Building and Maintenance Contractors • Mining Construction Contractors
DECKHAND® LT Arms
4"-12" Interchangeable Pipe Arm
- Description: 4-12 Inch Interchangeable Pipe Arm (DHLT-SE model only)
- Model Number: IPA
- Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
- Capacity (per two arms): 11,000 LB / 4,990 KG
- Weight (without tips): 320 LB / 145 KG
- Shipping Dimension (arm set in crate)(inches): 40L X 34W X 44H
- Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate without tips): 970 LB / 440 KG
14"-18" Interchangeable PIPE ARM
- Description: 14-18 Inch Interchangeable Pipe Arm (DHLT-SE model only)
- Model Number: IPAM
- Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
- Capacity (per two arms): 13,000 LB / 5,897 KG
- Weight (without tips): 620 LB / 281 KG
- Shipping Dimension (inches): 54L X 43W X 54H
- Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate without tips): 1,800 LB / 816 KG
UTILITY ARM S
- Description: Utility Arm S (DHLT-SE model only)
- Model Number: UAS
- Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
- Material Capacity: 2-16 IN
- Capacity (per two arms): 5,000 LB / 2,268 KG
- Weight (without tips): 372 LB / 168 KG
- Shipping Dimension (arm set in crate)(inches): 42L X 38W X 49H
- Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate without tips): 944 LB / 427 KG
Utility Arm HP
- Description: Utility Arm HP (DHLT-SE model only)
- Model Number: UAHP
- Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
- Material Capacity: 7-26 IN
- Capacity (per two arms): 17,000 LB / 7,711 KG
- Weight: 725 LB / 329 KG
- Shipping Dimension (arm set in crate) (inches): 54L X 43W X 54H
- Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate): 2,010 LB / 912 KG
Directional Drilling LT Arm
- Description: Directional Drilling LT Arm (DHLT base model only)
- Model Number: DDLT
- Part Number: 8430
- Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
- Capacity (per two arms): 10,000 LB / 4,536 KG
- Weight: 220 LB / 100 KG
- Pipe Diameter: 4.5" to 9"
Directional Drill Arm
- Description: Directional Drilling Arm (DHLT-SE model only)
- Model Number: DD
- Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
- Material Capacity: 3.5-9 IN
- Capacity (per two arms): 11,000 LB / 4,990 KG
- Weight: 400 LB / 181 KG
- Shipping Dimension (arm set in crate) (inches): 40L X 34W X 44H
- Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate): 1,130 LB / 513 KG
Interchangeable Material Handling Arm
- Description: Interchangeable Material Handling Arm (DHLT-SE model only)
- Model Number: IMHA
- Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
- Material Capacity: 4-8 IN
- Capacity (per two arms): 11,000 LB / 4,990 KG
- Weight (without tips): 550 LB / 250 KG
- Shipping Dimension (arm set in crate) (inches): 40L X 34W X 44H
- Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate without tips): 1,430 LB / 649 KG
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