Vacuum Excavators Built for Utility Contractors

Gladiator vacuum excavators are built for hydro excavation, potholing, daylighting, utility locating, debris removal and HDD cleanup. Available in 500-, 800- and 1,000-gallon configurations, Gladiator vacs give utility, fiber and underground construction crews powerful suction in a jobsite-ready package. From congested urban corridors to remote utility work, these systems help crews expose underground infrastructure, manage drilling slurry and keep production moving.

What Does inHg Mean on a Vacuum Excavator?

inHg stands for inches of mercury and measures the vacuum pressure generated by a vacuum excavation system. Higher inHg ratings generally indicate stronger suction capability, which helps vacuum excavators move heavier material, slurry, mud, and debris more efficiently during hydro excavation and potholing operations.

Serious Vacuum Power for Real Jobsite Conditions

With up to 27 inches of mercury (inHg) vacuum performance, Gladiator vacuum excavation systems deliver powerful suction for potholing, slurry removal, hydro excavation, daylighting, and utility exposure in demanding field conditions. Whether crews are working in clay, wet spoil, drilling slurry, or congested utility corridors, Gladiator vac systems are built to move material fast and keep production moving.

  • Two workers use a metal tool with a suction pipe on dry dirt in an outdoor worksite.

    Up to 27 inHg of suction for demanding excavation conditions.

  • Close-up of a hole created by a vac showing the daylight hitting the utility lines.

    Safely daylight utilities before drilling or trenching operations.

  • Red vacuum tank trailer tilted, draining muddy water on dirt ground under clear blue sky.

    Trailer-mounted systems designed for mobility, maintenance access, and production.

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