What Is a Skid Jetter—and When Do You Need One?
Not every job calls for a trailer rig. Sometimes, you need jetting power that fits into tighter spaces, hauls easier, or mounts directly to your truck bed or utility vehicle. That’s where a skid jetter comes in. It’s compact, versatile, and built for the kind of work that doesn’t need a full-sized setup—but still demands professional-grade pressure and flow. So, What Exactly Is a Skid Jetter? A skid jetter is a self-contained jetting system mounted on a steel skid frame. It’s usually powered by a gas or diesel engine and includes everything you’d expect from a larger unit—pump, hose reel, control panel, tank—but in a more portable footprint. You can load it onto a flatbed, secure it in a van, or bolt it to a trailer. The idea is mobility without losing capability. Most units come with flow rates between 4 and 18 GPM, depending on the pump, and pressures that range from 2,000 to 4,000 PSI. That’s more than enough to clear standard residential an...