2025 Vermeer® Pipeline Directional Drills D550
- Year 2025
- Make Vermeer®
- Model Pipeline Directional Drills
- Engine C18 ACERT
2025 Vermeer® Pipeline Directional Drills D550
D550 highlights- Class-leading torque
- Vermeer Next Generation technology
- Real-time drilling and diagnostic information
- Designed for challenging ground conditions
- Quiet operation meets noise-level requirements
Features may include:
Bore with confidence- Ultra-slow speed control technology delivers finite thrust control to optimize cutting action for challenging rock bore conditions.
- Two different operating modes create smooth and efficient drilling operation.
- With 100,000 ft-lb (135,581.8 Nm) of torque, go from the pilot bore to a larger reamer and reduce the number of passes made on a bore.
- The 111 dB(A) sound power allows for a quiet jobsite environment for your crew and helps you adhere to restrictive noise-level requirements.
- The vise can be positioned up and down the rack as needed when making and breaking tooling joints. Position it close to the carriage for optimal casing handling on direct installation projects.
- The track-mounted, self-contained maxi rig helps deliver ease of jobsites access and setup.
- VermeerOne™ Platform isn’t just a tool or platform. It’s an experience — one designed to simplify equipment management, empower users with real-time data to make smarter decisions, and help maximize productivity and profitability.
Engine
Engine Manufacturer
Caterpillar
Engine
C18 ACERT
Engine Power
Gross: 599 hp
Rated Engine Speed
1800 rpm | Maximum: 1800 rpm | Idle: 800 rpm
Displacement
1104 cu-in
Aspiration
Turbocharged aftercooled
Cooling
Method: Liquid
Emissions
EPA Certification Family: Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V
Engine Torque, Maximum
Maximum Spindle (Low at Maximum Engine RPM): 100000 ft-lb | Maximum Spindle (High at Maximum Engine RPM): 38000 ft-lb
Fuel System
Fuel Type
Ultra low sulfur diesel
Fuel System
Max Fuel Consumption: 29.7 gph
Operational
Operating Conditions
Thrust: 550000 lbs | Pullback: 550000 lbs
Operating Speed
Maximum Carriage Speed at Maximum Engine RPM: 105 ft/min | Maximum Carriage Speed in Low at Maximum Engine RPM: 27 ft/min | Maximum Spindle Speed (Low at Maximum Engine RPM): 26 rpm | Maximum Spindle Speed at Max Engine RPM: 75 rpm | Maximum Ground Drive Speed at Maximum Engine RPM: 2.2 mph
Performance
Noise Level
NoAt Operator's Ear: 70 dB(A) | Guaranteed sound power (CE-rating): 111 dB(A)
Hydraulics
Hydraulic Type
Supply Filter Rating: 200 mesh | Return Filter Rating: B_5=100-25 psi check
Hydraulic Pump
Auxiliary Flow at Maximum Engine RPM: 46 gpm | Thrust/Pullback Flow at Max Engine RPM: 210 gpm
Maximum Pressure
Auxiliary Pump Relief Pressure: 3000 psi | Thrust/Pullback Pump Relief Pressure: 5000 psi | Rotation Flow at Maximum Engine RPM: 210 gpm | Rotation Pump Relief Pressure: 5500 psi
Dimensions
Dimensions
Angle of Approach: 12 deg | Maximum Operating Angle (Fore/Aft): 30 deg | Maximum Operating Angle (Left/Right): 30 deg | Drill Rack Angle: 10-18 deg | Drill Rod Thread: 5-in NC50DS
Transport Length
Minimum: 651 in
Transport Width
Minimum: 100 in
Transport Height
Minimum: 138 in
Length
Drill Pipe: 32 ft | Drill Rod Thread: 30-ft random
Capacities
Fuel Capacity
Tank: 163 gal
Hydraulic Capacity
Tank: 210 gal | System: 300 gal
Weights
Weight
105000 lbs
Features
Features
Breakout System: Full travel vise | Flow Indicator: Mud pressure sensor standard | Stakedown System: Base anchor-style hold down | Cab: Remote DC10 driller cabin | Remote Lockout: Long-range remote lockout | Thread Type: NC-50 FHDS