Leads the way in rock drilling with dual rod technology in a compact footprint
Quiet power for operator comfort and minimal jobsite disturbance
Tooling options for precise steering and maximized wear life
Features may include:
Urban-friendly operation and design
Width of 55.5 in (141 cm) makes the D23x30DR S3 drill 24.5” (62.2 cm) narrower than its closest competitor and offers maneuverability into compact urban areas or busy neighborhoods, and convenient transportation on a trailer with other equipment.
Following the reliable S3 sound badge, the D23x30DR S3 has an operator ear noise level of 80.3 dB(A) to help with operator comfort, crew communication and create a quiet working environment to reduce disturbance.
Weighing in at 16,900 lb (7,666 kg), the D23x30DR S3 is the lightest rock drill in its class. The lightweight design helps keep your jobsite intact by decreasing potential disturbance to sidewalks, neighborhoods and landscapes.
Sophisticated simplicity
The D23x30DR S3 offers a familiar operator experience to help crews transition to rock drilling from a single rod machine and get in and out of tough ground with precision and power.
Premium power
A 100-hp (75-kW) Deutz® TCD 3.6L4 engine provides power to help drive the D23x30DR S3 to its peak performance.
Thrust/pullback of 24,000 lb (106.8 kN) combines with outer rod rotational torque of 3,000 ft-lb (4,067.5 Nm) to help get the drill into tough ground.
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La Crete, Alberta
2025
Vermeer®
Utility Directional Drills D23x30DR S3
TCD3.6L4
Diesel
Available
Specifications
2025
Vermeer®
Utility Directional Drills
D23x30DR S3
Directional
TCD3.6L4
Deutz
Gross: 100 hp
Maximum: 2000 rpm
Tier 4 Final (EU Stage V)
Turbo
Spindle (Low at Maximum Engine RPM): 3000 ft-lb
Max Fuel Consumption: 5.1 gph
Diesel
Thrust: 24000 lbs | Pullback: 24000 lbs
Maximum Carriage Speed at Maximum Engine RPM: 175 ft/min | Maximum Spindle Speed at Max Engine RPM: 200 rpm
At Operator's Ear: 80.3 dB(A)
Drilling - Maximum: 35 gpm
Drilling: 1100 psi
Angle of Approach: 17.5 deg | Maximum Operating Angle (Fore/Aft): 30 | Maximum Operating Angle (Left/Right): 25 left/35 right | Maximum Ground Drive Speed at Maximum Engine RPM: 3.3 mph | Drill Rack Angle: 13-19 deg (23.1-34.4%) | Minimum Bend Radius: 143 ft