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D40X55 S3 HDD Features & Benefits

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.

D40X55 S3 HDD Specs & Compare

GENERAL DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS 
Length (Minimum Transport) - 10 ft (3 m)241 in
Length (Minimum Transport) - 15 ft (4.6 m)290 in290 in
Width (Minimum Transport)89 in
Width (With Cab, Minimum Transport)89 in
Height (Minimum Transport)76 in
Height (With Cab)94.5 in
Weight22380 lbs
Weight (Cab Option)27080 lbs
Angle of Approach - 10 ft (3 m)18 deg
Angle of Approach - 15 ft (4.6 m)15 deg
ENGINE 
Make and ModelJohn Deere 4045
Fuel TypeUltra low sulfur diesel
Maximum Engine RPM2400 rpm
Gross Horsepower140 hp
AspirationTurbo
Max Fuel Consumption7.4 gph
Maximum Operating Angle (Fore/Aft)*30
Maximum Operating Angle (Left/Right)*25/25
ENGINE - OPTION TWO 
Make and ModelJohn Deere 4045
Fuel TypeUltra low sulfur diesel
Maximum Engine RPM2400 rpm
Gross Horsepower140 hp
AspirationTurbo
Max Fuel Consumption7.4 gph
Maximum Operating Angle (Fore/Aft)*30
Maximum Operating Angle (Left/Right)*25/25
ENGINE - OPTION TWO 
Make and ModelJohn Deere 4045
Fuel TypeDiesel
Maximum Engine RPM2400 rpm
Gross Horsepower140 hp
AspirationTurbo
Max Fuel Consumption7.4 gph
Maximum Operating Angle (Left/Right)*30 deg
OPERATIONAL 
Thrust40000 lbs
Pullback40000 lbs
Maximum Carriage Speed at Maximum Engine RPM188 ft/min
Maximum Carriage Speed in Low at Maximum Engine RPM75 ft/min
Maximum Spindle Torque (Low at Maximum Engine RPM)5500 ft-lb
Maximum Spindle Torque (Medium at Maximum Engine RPM)4400 ft-lb
Maximum Spindle Torque (High at Maximum Engine RPM)3000 ft-lb
Maximum Spindle Speed at Max Engine RPM227 rpm
Minimum Bore Diameter4 in
Maximum Ground Drive Speed at Maximum Engine RPM3.3 mph
Automated Rod LoaderYes
Noise Level at Operator's Ear83 dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power (CE-rating)105 dB(A)
FLUID CAPACITIES 
Fuel Tank44 gal
Hydraulic Tank55 gal
Hydraulic System65 gal
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 
Auxiliary Pump Flow at Maximum Engine RPM9 gpm
Auxiliary Pump Relief Pressure3000 psi
Thrust/Pullback Pump Flow at Max Engine RPM32 gpm
Rotation Pump Flow at Maximum Engine RPM45 gpm
Rotation Pump Relief Pressure6000 psi
Hydraulic Supply Filter Rating9 micron
Hydraulic Return Filter RatingDual 5 micron filters
DRILLING FLUID SYSTEM OPTION ONE 
Maximum Flow50 gpm
Maximum Pressure1050 psi
BrandAplex
On Board Tank Capacity6 gal
DRILLING FLUID SYSTEM OPTION TWO 
Maximum Flow70 gpm
Maximum Pressure1100 psi
BrandAplex
On Board Tank Capacity6 gal
FEATURES 
Breakout SystemStandard hydraulic vise
Drilling LightsStandard
Flow IndicatorStandard
Stakedown SystemStandard
CabOptional
Strike AlertStandard
Remote LockoutStandard