Horizontal Directional Drills Astec DD-8

Product catalog summary

Overview: The Astec DD-8™ Directional Drill is a robust and versatile machine designed for challenging jobsites. It features a 260 hp diesel engine and a compact design for easy access to urban and suburban areas. The drill is equipped with advanced features for efficient operation in trenchless construction.

Specifications:

Engine: Caterpillar® 3126 Diesel, 260 hp, 67 U.S. gallons fuel capacity.
Hydraulic Capacity: 107 U.S. gallons.
Drive System: Funk 56000 (Three-pump) drive.
Rotary Drive: Pinion and gear drive with variable torque; max rotary speed of 125 rpm.
Fluid Course: 2" (50 mm) with mud flow capacity up to 250 U.S. gal/minute.
Carriage Drive: Max thrust/pullback of 80,000 lb; high carriage speed of 54 ft/min.
Drilling Unit: Self-propelled on rubber tracks; drill angle between 11° - 18°.
Drilling Fluid Pump: Triplex pump with output of 0 - 200 GPM at 1100 psi.
On Board Crane (optional): 6,000 lb capacity with hydraulic boom extension.
Drill Pipe (optional): 15 ft length, 3-1/2 inch outside diameter.

Features:

Quiet-Pak™ sound reduction system.
Variable entry-angle capability.
Onboard crane and optional pipe loader.
Safety features include Zap-Alert system and emergency shutdown switch.

Dimensions: The drill measures 30 ft 7 in in length, 8 ft 5 in in width, and 9 ft 6 in in height.

Additional Information: The DD-8 is designed for durability and reliability, with features like a rear-mounted mud swivel and adjustable torque limiter. It is suitable for a variety of trenchless construction applications.

Catalog excerpts

Horizontal Directional Drills Astec DD-8-1

Directional Drill > Picture shows optional equipment Power, Durability and Reliability in an easy-to-use package! > 260 hp Powertrain Օ 80,000 lbs. Thrust/Pullback 13,600 ft-lbs. Rotary Torque Օ Variable entry-angle capability 200 gpm onboard mud pumpՕ Onboard Crane available Quiet-Pakՙ sound reduction River Rig Pedigreeծ The Astec DD-8 Directional Drill is manufactured by the world's most experienced builder of directional drills. With a 260 hp diesel engine, the DD-8 can handle the toughest jobsites. The full 2" (50 mm) uid course permits high volume mud ows, a necessity for mud motor and larger reamer operation, and its high rotary torque provides ample power to spin reamers through the longest bores. Its compact footprint allows easy access to many urban, suburban and other hard to reach jobsites. The DD-8 design features have been proven on some of the toughest trenchless jobs all over the world. The DD-8 from Astec Underground... Tomorrow's Underground Construction Solutions...TODAY! size="-2">

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Horizontal Directional Drills Astec DD-8-2

Engine Caterpillar 3126 Diesel Rating 260 hp gross Fuel capacity 67 U.S. gallons (254 L) Hydraulic Capacity 107 U.S. gallons (405L) Drive System Funk 56000 (Three-pump) drive Other Features: Quiet-Pakή Sound reduction system is standard. Travel system Self propelled on rubber tracks. Optional rubberized steel tracks available. Flat Surface Speed 2.0- 3.25 mph (3.2 - 5.2 km/h) Drill angle 11 - 18а Wrench/clamp Open top, Pipe Hog type Weight, drill unit Approx. 31,000 lb (14,061 kg) without pipe Approx. 36,000 lb (16,329 kg) with 18 pieces of pipe Hold down system Powered hydraulic augers in foot....

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