2024 Vermeer® D40x55 S3 HDD John Deere

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2024 Vermeer® D40x55 S3 HDD John Deere

The versatile D40x55 S3 Navigator® horizontal directional drill offers premium performance, class-leading cycle times and a variety of drill rod options, making it well-suited to a variety of applications – from long fiber shots to light pipeline work.

With 40,000 lb (177.9 kN) of thrust and pullback and 5500 ft-lb (7457 Nm) of rotational torque — a 10% increase over its predecessor (D36x50 Series II Navigator® horizontal directional drill) — the D40x55 S3 helps maximize jobsite productivity.

Features may include:

Premium performance

40,000 lb (177.9 kN) of thrust/pullback and 5500 ft-lb (7457 Nm) of rotational torque help operators get the job done faster.

Range of rod options

Available with a range of 10-ft or 15-ft (3-m or 4.6-m) rod options — so it can be configured to the specific needs of a contractor.

Class-leading cycle times

Carriage speeds of 188 fpm (57.3 m/min) helps contractors install more linear feet per day.

Significant sound reduction

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.

Comfortable cab

The excavator-style cab provides operators greater comfort with more legroom.

Aurora touchscreen display

Interactive full-color, touchscreen display from Aurora® delivers real-time, easy-to-view locate information, bore plans and more.

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Highlights

  • Jasper, Georgia
  • 2024
  • Vermeer®
  • D40x55 S3 HDD John Deere
  • 4045
  • Ultra low sulfur diesel
  • Available
  • With cab: 94.5 in

Specifications

  • 2024
  • Vermeer®
  • D40x55 S3 HDD
  • John Deere
  • Directional
  • 4045
  • John Deere
  • Maximum: 2400 rpm
  • Gross: 140 hp
  • Turbo
  • 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
  • Max Fuel Consumption: 7.4 gph
  • Ultra low sulfur diesel
  • Thrust: 40000 lbs | Pullback: 40000 lbs
  • Maximum Carriage Speed at Maximum Engine RPM: 188 ft/min | Maximum Carriage Speed in Low at Maximum Engine RPM: 75 ft/min | Maximum Spindle Speed at Max Engine RPM: 227 rpm | Maximum Ground Drive Speed at Maximum Engine RPM: 3.3 mph
  • At Operator's Ear: 83 dB(A) | Guaranteed sound power (CE-rating): 105 dB(A)
  • Auxiliary Pump Flow at Maximum Engine RPM: 9 gpm | Thrust/Pullback Pump Flow at Max Engine RPM: 32 gpm | Rotation Pump Flow at Maximum Engine RPM: 45 gpm | Maximum: 50 gpm
  • Auxiliary Pump Relief Pressure: 3000 psi | Rotation Pump Relief Pressure: 6000 psi | 1050 psi / 1100 psi
  • Hydraulic Supply Filter Rating: 9 micron | Hydraulic Return Filter Rating: Dual 5 micron filters
  • Angle of Approach - 10 ft (3 m): 18 deg / 15 ft (4.6 m): 15 deg | Maximum Operating Angle (Fore/Aft): 30 / Left/Right: 25/25
  • (Minimum) - 10 ft (3 m): 241 in / 15 ft (4.6 m): 290 in
  • Minimum: 89 in | With Cab, Minimum: 89 in
  • Minimum: 76 in
  • With cab: 94.5 in
  • Minimum Diameter: 4 in
  • 44 gal
  • Tank: 55 gal | System: 65 gal
  • Brand: Aplex
  • 22380 lbs | (Cab Option): 27080 lbs