Incorporating dependability and performance of the D40x55 S3 Navigator® horizontal directional drill with the latest advancements in dual rod technology create
a familiar operator experience that will outperform
many other rock drilling solutions.
From hard, medium and soft rock to loamy/dirt and clay. The Vermeer D40x55DR S3 Navigator horizontal directional drill provides powerful downhole cutting action and the flexibility to select the appropriate tooling to best match the ground conditions. This can allow the entire install to be completed with one machine.
Incorporating dependability and performance of the D40x55 S3 Navigator® horizontal directional drill with the latest advancements in dual rod technology create
a familiar operator experience that will outperform
many other rock drilling solutions.
The time and steps required to add or remove a rod on the D40x55DR S3 is significantly less than previous Vermeer models due to an enhanced dual drill rod design that quickly and easily makes up the inner and outer rod connections.
Install with added comfort of climate control, weather proofing and reduced noise levels of 80 dBA at the operator’s ear in a standard operator’s cab.
Powered by a 140 hp (104 kW) John Deere diesel engine, this drill serves up 40,000 lb (177.9 kN) of thrust/pullback and 5,500 ft-lb (7,457 Nm) of rotational torque.
Install more feet and save time with an impressive 500′ (152.4 m) of drill rod on-board.
A hollow inner rod design results in more air and drilling fl uid fl ow to the drill head on pilot bores and the hole opener during pullback, providing contractors the ability to select from a more diverse range of tooling options, including air hammers and larger hole openers.