Core drilling drilling rig Explorer 1500

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EXPLORER 1500 Wheeled Exploration Drilling Rig Like all Foremost Exploration Series drills, the Explorer 1500 incorporates proven reverse circulation components and provides excellent mobility over marginal terrain. Large terra tires minimize ground pressure and environmental impact, making the Explorer 1500 the ideal machine for the early stages of exploration where roads are not built and even small environmental damage must be restored. The rubber tires also enable the Explorer 1500 to travel at reasonable speeds between different mine sites or holes. The integral Foremost designed carrier features a hydraulic leveling deck for safe operation on sloped terrain. The front dozer blade aids in quick site preparation and in stabilizing the rig during drilling operations. COMMON DRILL SPECIFICATIONS Pulldown – 16,500 lbs (7,500 kg); 0 – 138 ft/min (0 – 42 m/min) Pullback (hydraulic cylinder & cable) – 37,7000 lbs (17,100 kg); 0 – 90 ft/min (0 – 27 m/min) top drive rotary torque (dual motors) rated at 5,000 lb ft (6,780 Nm) 0 – 120 rpm Rated drilling depth – 1,500 ft (455 m) using 3 ¾” (95.25 mm) R/C pipe Minimum horsepower rated at 475 hp (354 kW) – optional 630 hp (469 kW) Rexroth piston pumps Water injection system – 20 gpm (75.8 l/min) Hydraulic breakout wrenches Compressor – 900 cfm @ 350 PSI (25.5 m3/min @ 2,414 kPa) 0 – 45° angle drilling Hydraulic tilt top drive On-board pipe trough