2024 Vermeer® Utility Directional Drills D40x55
- Year 2024
- Make Vermeer®
- Model Utility Directional Drills
- Engine 4045
2024 Vermeer® Utility Directional Drills D40x55
Premium performance, class-leading cycle times and a variety of drill rod options.The versatile D40x55 S3 Navigator® horizontal directional drill offers premium performance, class-leading cycle times and a variety of drill rod options, making it well-suited to a variety of applications – from long fiber shots to light pipeline work.
With 40,000 lb (177.9 kN) of thrust and pullback and 5500 ft-lb (7457 Nm) of rotational torque — a 10% increase over its predecessor (D36x50 Series II Navigator® horizontal directional drill) — the D40x55 S3 helps maximize jobsite productivity.
Features may include:
Premium performance- 40,000 lb (177.9 kN) of thrust/pullback and 5500 ft-lb (7457 Nm) of rotational torque help operators get the job done faster.
- Available with a range of 10-ft or 15-ft (3-m or 4.6-m) rod options — so it can be configured to the specific needs of a contractor.
- Carriage speeds of 188 fpm (57.3 m/min) helps contractors install more linear feet per day.
- 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.
- The excavator-style cab provides operators greater comfort with more legroom.
- Interactive full-color, touchscreen display from Aurora® delivers real-time, easy-to-view locate information, bore plans and more.
Engine
Rated Engine Speed
Maximum: 2400 rpm
Engine Power
Gross Horsepower: 104.4 kw
Aspiration
Turbo
Engine Manufacturer
John Deere
Engine
4045
Engine Torque, Maximum
Maximum Spindle (Low at Maximum Engine RPM): 7457 Nm | Maximum Spindle (Medium at Maximum Engine RPM): 5965.6 Nm | Maximum Spindle (Medium at Maximum Engine RPM): 4067.5 Nm
Fuel System
Fuel Type
Ultra low sulfur diesel
Fuel System
Max Consumption: 28 lph
Operational
Operating Conditions
Pullback: 177.9 kN | Thrust: 177.9 kN
Operating Speed
Maximum Carriage in Low at Maximum Engine RPM: 22.9 m/min | Maximum Carriage at Maximum Engine RPM: 57.3 m/min | Maximum Ground Drive at Maximum Engine RPM: 5.3 km/h | Maximum Spindle at Max Engine RPM: 227 rpm
Performance
Noise Level
Guaranteed sound power (CE-rating): 105 dB(A) | at Operator's Ear: 83 dB(A)
Hydraulics
Hydraulic Pump
Auxiliary Flow at Maximum Engine RPM: 9 gpm | Rotation Flow at Maximum Engine RPM: 170.3 L/min | Thrust/Pullback Flow at Max Engine RPM: 121.1 L/min
Maximum Pressure
Auxiliary Pump Relief: 206.8 bar | Rotation Pump Relief: 413.7 bar
Hydraulic Type
Hydraulic Return Filter Rating: Dual 5 micron filters | Hydraulic Supply Filter Rating: 9 micron
Dimensions
Dimensions
Angle of Approach - 15 ft (4.6 m): 15 deg | Angle of Approach - 10 ft (3 m): 18 deg | Maximum Operating Angle (Fore/Aft): 30 | Maximum Operating Angle (Left/Right): 25/25
Transport Length
Minimum 15 ft (4.6 m): 736.6 cm | Minimum 10 ft (3 m): 612.1 cm
Height
With Cab: 240 cm
Transport Height
Minimum: 193 cm
Transport Width
With Cab, Minimum: 226.1 cm | Minimum: 226.1 cm
Bore
Minimum Diameter: 10.2 cm
Capacities
Fuel Capacity
Tank: 166.6 L
Hydraulic Capacity
System: 246.1 L | Tank: 208.2 L
Weights
Weight
Cab Option: 12283.3 kg | 10151.4 kg