Specification

A cost effective cable percussion water well drilling rig favoured particularly by NGOs, government bodies, funding agencies and contractors for water drilling in areas of poor infrastructure and difficult terrain with virtually no outside help. The Dando Buffalo 3000 has lower maintenance requirements than a standard water well drilling rig because of its simple design. Further it is robust enough to last for decades and can be pulled behind any lightweight four-wheel drive vehicle.

Hoist Capacity, single line fall	3000kg
Derrick Capacity:	9000kg
Engine Power Output:	20 h.p.
Travelling Dimensions:	Length 8.5 metres. Weight 1850Kg
*Rated Drilling Capacity:
Without Casing	90m depth
6” Casing	54m depth
8” Casing	41m depth

Features

Low cost- no need to circulate a drilling fluid using a mud pump and no need for a compressor.

Simple to operate- good rates of production. Greater success in difficult, collapsing geological conditions.

Tough and long lasting- built to last for decades.

Easy to maintain- due to fewer wearing parts.

Minimal backup- the rig requires minimal back-up due to the design and selection of components.

Winch and power unit- winch powered by Lister diesel engine backed by worldwide service. Driven by roller chain through hand operated clutch giving "snappy" drilling action and allowing driller to retain "feel" of drill load. Powerful foot brake allows easy and precise control. Second sheave to allow handling of sampling and testing equipment and for ease of reeving a hoist block for withdrawing casing.

Derrick- fabricated from box section steel, rear legs are hinged on winch frame and cross braced. Front legs secured at top on double pivot joints, strong brace bar with large skid feet joined to the base of the front legs.

Tooling- rig packages can be supplied with a full range of tools including bits,casing, rods etc. All packages are tailored to suit your needs.

Training- available from experienced Dando engineers.

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