Premium performance, class-leading cycle times and a variety of drill rod options for a variety of applications
Features may include:
Premium power
40,000 lb (177.9 kN) of thrust/pullback and 5,500 ft-lb (7,457 Nm) of rotational torque help operators get the job done faster.
Class-leading cycle times
Carriage speeds of 188 fpm (57.3 m/min) helps contractors install more linear feet per day.
Comfortable cab
The excavator-style cab provides operators greater with legroom.
A 104 dB(A) guaranteed sound power level and an operator ear rating of 82.9 dB(A) makes it one of the quieter drills on the market — contributing to less neighborhood disturbance.
Aurora® touchscreen display
Interactive full-color, touchscreen display from Aurora® delivers real-time, easy-to-view locate information, bore plans and more.
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La Crete, Alberta
2025
Vermeer®
D40x55 S3 HDD Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel
4045
Ultra low sulfur diesel
Available
With Cab: 94.5 in
Specifications
2025
Vermeer®
D40x55 S3 HDD
Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel
Directional
4045
John Deere
Gross: 140 hp
Maximum: 2400 rpm
Turbo
Maximum Spindle (Low at Maximum Engine RPM): 5500 ft-lb | Maximum Spindle (Medium at Maximum Engine RPM): 4400 ft-lb | Maximum Spindle (High at Maximum Engine RPM): 3000 ft-lb
Max Consumption: 7.4 gph
Ultra low sulfur diesel
Thrust: 40000 lbs | Pullback: 40000 lbs
Maximum Carriage Speed at Maximum Engine RPM: 188 ft/min | Maximum Carriage Speed in Low at Maximum Engine RPM: 75 ft/min | Maximum Spindle Speed at Max Engine RPM: 227 rpm | Maximum Ground Drive Speed at Maximum Engine RPM: 3.3 mph
Noise Level At Operator's Ear: 83 dB(A) | Guaranteed sound power (CE-rating): 105 dB(A)