CME-550X Drill Specifications

Engine

  • Cummins 4BT, 239 cubic inch [3.9 L] 4 cylinder turbocharged diesel engine.

Carrier

  • Tire size:
    • Front... single 44 inch [112 cm] diameter x 18.4 inch [47 cm] wide x 10-ply
    • Rear.... dual 44 inch [112 cm] diameter x 18.4 inch [47 cm] wide x 12-ply
  • Ground Bearing pressure (without tools):
    • 7.2 psi [.506 kgf/cm2]
  • Transmission:
    • 5 speed forward, 1 speed reverse
  • Axles (front and rear):
    • planetary with no-spin differentials
  • Steering:
    • hydraulic power
  • Front winch:
    • 12,000 pound [5,443 kg]

Rotary drive

  • Standard:
    • Rotary torque: 8,515 foot pounds [11,545 Nm] max
    • Rotary speed: up to 693 rpm max
  • High torque (optional)
    • Rotary torque: 10,640 foot pounds [ 14,426 Nm] max
    • Rotary speed: up to 554 rpm max
  • Transmission:
    • 5 speed forward, 1 speed reverse
  • Clutch
    • Heavy duty 13 inch [33 cm]
  • Hollow spindle I.D.:
    • 2¾ inch [7 cm] ( 3¾ inch [9.5 cm] available)

Hydraulic feed system

  • Retract force
    • 28,275 pounds [12,826 kg]
  • Pulldown force
    • 18,650 pounds [8,460 kg]
  • Retract rate (max)
    • 35 feet [10.7 m] per minute
  • Feed Rate (max)
    • 53 feet [16 m] per minute
  • Stroke
    • 72 inch [183 cm]

Leveling system

Three jacks, inverted design with chrome-plated piston rods enclosed at all times.

Stroke

  • 36 inch [91.4 cm]
Performance ratings are based on engineering specifications, calculations and accepted industry standards. Capacities may vary according to drilling conditions. CME reserves the right to amend these specifications at any time, without notice.

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