Description
By listening closely to the needs of contractors working in congested urban areas, our goal was to make this S3 drill a perfect fit for your operation — whether you’re installing cable, fiber or product pipe. With nearly 20,000 lb (89 kN) of thrust and pullback, and a Tier 4 Deutz engine that delivers a 12% increase in horsepower over its predecessor (D16x20 Series II Navigator® horizontal directional drill), the D20x22 S3 is the next key addition to your fleet of drills.
| Feature | Benefit |
| 74 hp (55 kW) Deutz engine Tier 4i or Tier 4 Final engine | |
| The D20x22 S3 is available in either Tier 4 Final or Tier 4i engine options and is capable of 12 percent greater power over its predecessor, the D16x20 Series II. | A sizeable increase in horsepower offers more power for drilling as well as tracking and maneuvering the drill around the jobsite. |
| AutoDrill | |
| AutoDrill allows the operator to set the rotation and thrust/pullback pressure while drilling in changing soil conditions. The patented Auto Resume function allows slurry/cuttings to mix before the thrust/pullback resumes. | This feature offers increased flexibility of the drill during operation. |
| Class-leading rotational speed | |
| Rotational speed and thrust speed surpasses comparable drills in the market. The D20x22 S3 features a 257 rpm rotational speed which is almost 13 percent better than the JT20. | Increased rotational speeds can help contractors install product faster and maximize efficiency on the jobsite. |
| Common control system | |
| The D20x22 S3 has been enhanced and now shares the common control system currently used on the larger Navigator® drill lineup. | The system features a digital display and improved onboard diagnostics. The system design uses less wiring and fuses for greater reliability. All S3 Navigator drills will have a common control platform, benefitting drill operators with the ability to operate a variety of drills and lessening the time needed for training. |
| Enhanced hydraulic system design | |
| The D20x22 S3 features a new hydraulic system design with improved rotation, thrust and tracking performance over its predecessor, the D16x20 Series II. | The improved hydraulics increase the system’s efficiency, allowing better use of engine horsepower and increasing the drill’s productivity. |
| Fastest carriage speed in its class | |
| The 167 feet-per-minute (50.9 m/min) speed now exceeds competitive models in the same class. | Increased carriage speeds help contractors install more linear feet per day. |
| Nearly 20,000 lb (89 kN) of thrust/pullback and 2250 ft-lb (3050.6 Nm) of rotational torque | |
| The D20x22 S3 features 19,550 lb (86.7 kN) of thrust/pullback with 2250 ft-lb (3050.6 Nm) of torque. | The D20x22 S3 offers a sizeable increase in power and rotational torque over its predecessor, the D16x20 Series II, which helps maximize machine and jobsite productivity. |
| Small footprint | |
| The D20x22 S3 features a shorter, narrower design and is lighter than comparative competitive models, including 4” (10.2 cm) narrower than the Ditch Witch JT20. | The drill was designed for contractors who desire a small footprint machine, yet one that is able to help increase productivity when working in urban or narrow jobsites. |
| Sound reduction | |
| Guaranteed sound power has been reduced as compared to previous models (the D16x20 Series II). | The noise level output from the drill has been reduced, which not only lessens operator fatigue but also makes the drill more versatile when working in urban or residential areas. |
| Tracking power and speed enhancements | |
| The drill can track up to 3.3 mph (5.3 km/h). | An increase in tracking speed coupled with an increase in tractive effort allows the drill to better make sharp turns and climb slopes as compared to its predecessor, the D16x20 Series II. |