TURCHI · Self-propelled hydraulic pile drivers
TURCHI 160 — the pile driver that mounts on a truck, goes anywhere, and starts earning immediately. The smartest way to enter the market.
1,500 kg
From — lightest in the range
Transportable on any trailer or truck
950J
Maximum impact energy
Up to four hammer configurations
2 in 1
Truck or self-propelled
CA (truck) or PF (self-propelled) version
1
One operator — does the work of three
Wireless remote included
The TURCHI 160 is the perfect entry point into the TURCHI range. Starting at just 1,500 kg with an ultra-compact footprint (2.30 × 1.37 m), it is the most transportable and accessible machine on the market—without giving up Made in Italy build quality built over 53 years.
Available as CA (truck-mounted with a 3-position slew platform) or PF (fully self-propelled with its own engine), the TURCHI 160 fits every workflow. Choose the 720J, 830J or 950J hammer to match soil and application.
Whether you are starting out, need a second site machine, or work where larger rigs cannot fit—the TURCHI 160 pays back in months.
The most accessible investment to enter the pile driving market.
150+
guardrail/day
50%
lower cost
The CA TURCHI 160 mounts directly on your service truck—no dedicated carrier. Ideal for road jobs where response speed matters. The 720J or 830J hammer handles sigma posts and W-beam guardrail with ease.
Four intuitive steps from zero to productive.
Move the machine to the first pile using simplified controls.
Set tilt (±10° side, +10°/-15° front) in seconds.
Start the hydraulic hammer and drive the pile to depth.
Go to the next pile and repeat. Nothing more to it.
No special training required. Intuitive from day one. Full control from the ground.
The numbers that matter, explained.
Model
2 or 3-cylinder diesel
Two engine options for maximum flexibility.
Power (2 cyl.)
27 kW (36.7 hp)
Compact, strong engine for the class.
Power (3 cyl.)
35.4 kW (48 hp) @ 3,000 rpm
3 cylinders, 2,190 cm³, liquid cooled.
Noise
114 dB(A) Leq at 1 m
Hearing protection required—typical jobsite compliance.
Impact energy
720J / 830J / 950J (selectable)
720J normal soils, 830J mixed, 950J compact.
Frequency (720J)
600–1,340 bpm
High rate for light posts and fencing.
Frequency (830J)
540–1,300 bpm
Balance of power and speed.
Frequency (950J)
620–1,500 bpm
Maximum versatility on difficult ground.
Hammer weight
340 kg (720J) / 440 kg (830J) / 350 kg (950J)
Mass tuned per configuration.
Circuit
Open, proportional gear pump
Proven reliability, fine motion control.
System pressure
170–180 bar
Stable for even, precise blows.
Fuel tank
45 L
Enough for a full shift.
Length
2,305 mm
Ultra-compact—fits van or trailer.
Width
1,365 mm
Narrowest in the range—tight access.
Height
2,148 mm
Low profile for transport.
Weight
From 1,500 kg to 1,800 kg
PF 720J is only 1,500 kg—light trailer OK.
Max post height
2,650 mm
Supported profile up to 200/160 mm.
Front tilt
+10° / -15°
Transport limits per manual—wide working range.
Side tilt
±9.5° — ±10°
Precise placement on slopes.
Side shift
130+130 mm
Micro-adjust without repositioning.
Mast lift
1,000 mm
Travel for different post heights.
160-CA 720J
Truck-mounted, 720J hammer, 1,600 kg
Most common for guardrail.
160-CA 830J
Truck-mounted, 830J hammer, 1,800 kg
Tougher soils, same versatility.
160-CA 950J
Truck-mounted, 950J hammer, 1,800 kg
Maximum power with autonomous power unit.
160-PF 720J
Truck-mounted, PTO, 720J hammer, 1,500 kg
Lightest—ideal for fencing.
160-PF 830J
Truck-mounted, PTO, 830J hammer, 1,600 kg
PTO-powered from the truck gearbox.
CA or PF? 720J, 830J or 950J? We help you find the ideal combination.
Choose configuration
CA (truck) or PF (self-propelled)
Select hammer
720J / 830J / 950J
Post profile
Sigma, H, C, U
Options
GPS, remote, verticality
Final quote
Price and lead time
For CA: rotates to three positions to work both sides of the road without moving the truck.
No misplaced piles. Integrated guidance to exact coordinates.
Monitor the machine via app—live diagnostics, oil temperature, engine hours, alerts.
Every pile perfectly vertical. Proportional levelling compensates for ground slope.
For every post profile: Sigma, H, C, U—matched to your workflow.
Step from 720J to 830J or 950J with a compatible kit for tougher soils.
1h
Maximum response time
48h
Spare parts delivery anywhere in Europe
98%
Average machine uptime
100%
Always genuine certified parts
| Metric | TURCHI 160 | Manual method |
|---|---|---|
| Posts per day | 100+ | 30–50 |
| Operators required | 1 | 2–3 |
| Setup time | 10 min | 1+ hr |
| Machine weight | From 1,500 kg | N/A |
| Cost per post | €2–4 | €10–15 |
| Truck mountable | Yes (CA version) | No |
Indicative comparison based on typical site conditions.
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