HAMMERHEAD MOLE TOOLS

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VERMEER MACHINES COMBINE INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY, HARDWORKING
DESIGNS, AND 60 YEARS OF INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE.

The Underground Edge
NAVIGATOR ® Horizontal Directional Drilling Systems 4-8
HammerHead Mole ® Tools 9-15
Piercing Tools / Pipe Ramming / Pipe Bursting
Firestick ® Drill Stem 16-17
Rock Adaptable Terrain Tool (R.A.T.T. ) 18
Fluid-mixing Systems 19
Vacuum Excavation Systems 20-23
Advanced Control Systems 24
Core Saws 26
Whatever your application, wherever the jobsite, Vermeer can fit your needs.
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NAVIGATOR ® HDD SYSTEMS
Power Through with Vermeer HDD Systems
Patented HDD technology, rugged construction, and high torque — these are just some of the high-performance features that
make the Vermeer NAVIGATOR HDD line a world leader in HDD systems. Ideal for underground installation of gas, electric, water, and
telecommunication lines, NAVIGATOR systems have made their reputation on superior performance, reliability, easy-to-maintain
designs, and operator-inspired features.
Most of these hard-working machines boast a rack-and-pinion carriage drive with a self-cleaning design that eliminates the need for
chain maintenance; all of them are built to be the right choice for your trenchless projects.

D6x6
D10x14
Maneuverability to get you there and power to do the job. Compact NAVIGATOR units feature an efficient blend of size and power to
maximize productivity. Ideal for tight worksites, Vermeer compact HDDs feature the smallest footprints in their class, with the narrow
width to fit through most gate openings and small dimensions to increase maneuverability. With a design you can rely on, Vermeer
compact units are productive machines that allow you to efficiently complete a wide range of smaller-diameter, medium-distance bores.
Model D6x6 D7x11 Series II D10x14
Max 550 ft-lb 1300 ft-lb 1400 ft-lb
torque* (745 Nm) (1762 Nm) (9600 Nm)
Mud flow 5 gpm 9 gpm 9 gpm
(18.9 L/min) (34 L/min) (34 L/min)
Pullback 5500 lb 9000 lb 9600 lb
(2494 kg) (4082 kg) (4354 kg)
Stem-carrying 150' 198' 350'
capacity (45.7 m) (60.4 m) (106.7 m)
Length of 6' 6' 10'
drill stem (1.8 m) (1.8 m) (3.0 m)
*Max torque denoted, other options may exist.
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NAVIGATOR HDD SYSTEMS
D16x20 Series II D36x50 Series II
Install under buildings, highways, creeks, rivers, and more — self-contained NAVIGATOR HDD
units are ideal for the installation of all types of utilities.
Great all-around performers. Midsize HDDs offer excellent
power-to-size ratios that allow them to execute a wide
range of HDD projects.
HDD equipment you can depend on. Vermeer drills feature high torque, high-quality Firestick drill stems, and many other features designed to
complete bores efficiently.
Model D16x20 Series II D20x22 Series II D24x40 Series II
Max 2000 ft-lb 2200 ft-lb 4000 ft-lb
torque* (2711 Nm) (2983 Nm) (5423 Nm)
Mud flow 25 gpm 25 gpm 50 gpm
(227 L/min) (227 L/min) (189.3 L/min)
Pullback 16,000 lb 20,000 lb 24,000 lb
(7257 kg) (9072 kg) (10,886 kg)
Stem-carrying 400' 350' 500'
capacity (122 m) (107 m) (152.4 m)
Length of 10' 10' 10'
drill stem (3.0 m) (3.0 m) (3.0 m)
*Max torque denoted, other options may exist.

The right choice for demanding ground conditions and longer, heavier projects, including sewer installation and river-crossing projects.
Large HDD units feature high power and drilling fluid flow.
Model D36x50 Series II D80x100 Series II D100x120 Series II
Max 4995 ft-lb 10,000 ft-lb 12,000 ft-lb
torque* (6772 Nm) (13,558 Nm) (16,269 Nm)
Mud flow 50 or 70 gpm 150 or 200 gpm 200 gpm
(220 or 265 L/min) (568 or 757 L/min) (757 L/min)
Pullback 36,000 lb 80,000 lb 100,000 lb
(16,329 kg) (36,287 kg) (45,360 kg)
Stem-carrying 500' (152.4 m) 360' 300'
capacity 600' (183 m) (109.7 m) (91.4 m)
Length of 10' (3.0 m) 15' 20'
drill stem 15' (4.6 m) (4.6 m) (6.1 m)
*Max torque denoted, other options may exist.
D100x120 Series II
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NAVIGATOR HDD SYSTEMS
D200x300
Our D200x300 NAVIGATOR HDD is the jumbo drill of choice, enabling contractors to install oil and gas pipeline.
Model D200x300 D330x500
Max 30,000 ft-lb 50,000 ft-lb
torque* (40,680 Nm) (67,800 Nm)
Mud flow requires optional requires optional
fluid system fluid system
Pullback 200,000 lb 330,000 lb
(90,718 kg) (149,685 kg)
Stem-carrying N/A N/A
capacity
Length of Up to 32' Up to 32'
drill stem (9.8 m) (9.8 m)
*Max torque denoted, other options may exist.

HAMMERHEAD MOLE TOOLS
Vermeer HammerHead Mole
Piercing Tools — For Contractors
Paid by the Foot, Not by the Hour.
With models ranging from 2" (5 cm) to 8" (20 cm), HammerHead
continues to supply the most advanced piercing tool design on
the market. HammerHead Mole piercing tools are reliable, easy
to maintain, accurate, and most of all, productive in the field
where it counts.
HammerHead Mole piercing tools are designed to be serviced in
minutes with common hand tools — even in the field. Compare
your maintenance costs to competitive models.
All HammerHead Mole piercing tools feature the patented clamped rear anvil, tail bolt
system, which offers fast and easy field maintenance. The entire tool can be disassembled
with hand tools — no breaker bars or special fixtures are required. HammerHead Mole
piercing tools also feature internal wear rings to eliminate metal-to-metal contact to offer
a sustained level of performance.
Model / Diameter Length Weight Air Pressure
2" (50 mm) Replaceable Head with Screw Reverse 45.3" (115 cm) 28 lb (13 kg) 22 cfm (623 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
2" (50 mm) Replaceable Head with Power Port ® Sidewalker 39.0" (99.1 cm) 24 lb (11 kg) 18 cfm (510 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
2" (50 mm) Active Head ® with Power Port Sidewalker 40.88" (103.8 cm) 24 lb (11 kg) 18 cfm (510 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
2.5" (63 mm) Replaceable Head with Screw Reverse 48.25" (122.6 cm) 50 lb (23 kg) 31 cfm (878 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
2.5" (63 mm) Replaceable Head with Power Port 48.25" (122.6 cm) 50 lb (23 kg) 31 cfm (878 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
2.5" (63 mm) Active Head with Power Port 49.9" (126.7 cm) 50 lb (23 kg) 31 cfm (878 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
3" (75 mm) Repleaceable Head with Screw Reverse 52.18" (132.5 cm) 67 lb (30 kg) 32 cfm (906 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
3" (75 mm) Replaceable Head with Power Port 51.7" (131.3 cm) 67 lb (30 kg) 35 cfm (991 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
3" (75 mm) Active Head with Power Port 52.5" (133.4 cm) 67 lb (30 kg) 35 cfm (991 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
3.5" (89 mm) Active Head with Power Port (Bulbed) 52.5" (133.4 cm) 71 lb (32 kg) 35 cfm (991 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
4" (98 mm) Replaceable Head with Screw Reverse 63.95" (162.4 cm) 136 lb (62 kg) 68 cfm (1926 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
4.5" (114 mm) Active Head with Screw Reverse 63.0" (160.0 cm) 190 lb (86 kg) 86 cfm (2435 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
5.125" (130 mm) with Screw Reverse 65.92" (167.4 cm) 214 lb (97 kg) 98 cfm (2775 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
5.5" (140 mm) with Screw Reverse (Bulbed) 63.95" (162.4 cm) 170 lb (77 kg) 68 cfm (1926 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
5.75" (145 mm) with Screw Reverse 79.5" (201.9 cm) 305 lb (138 kg) 132 cfm (3738 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
7" (180 mm) with Air Reverse 81" (205.7 cm) 511 lb (232 kg) 235 cfm (6654 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
8" (200 mm) with Screw Reverse 105" (266.7 cm) 900 lb (408 kg) 308 cfm (8722 L/min) 110 psi (7.6 bar)
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HAMMERHEAD MOLE TOOLS
Pipe Ramming — Install Steel
Casing 4" (10 cm) to 72" (183 cm)
Under Roads, Railroads, Finished
Landscapes, and Structures
Pipe ramming is often the method of choice in cobble or free
flowing soil conditions. Compared to conventional methods,
pipe ramming cuts down on setup time and offers lower
equipment costs and reduced maintenance costs.
In cobble, rammed pipe can swallow the material whole, including large
rocks and cobble, keeping the casing size to a minimum and saving
cost on the job. In free flowing soils, the material is not removed until
after the casing is installed, reducing the risk of creating voids.
Model
in (mm)
HDD Assist Methods — Overcome Tough Obstacles with Pipe Rammers
Length
in (cm)
Weight
lb (kg)
Air
cfm (m 3 /min)
Pressure
psi (bar)
Tons of Force
†Air Reverse Tools. Please note: maximum ramming lengths can vary based on pipe diameter installed, ground conditions, and ramming tool used to install the pipe.
Contact your HammerHead representative for more detailed tool vs. ram length information.
Pullback Assist Pipe Extraction
Washover Casings Drill Stem Recovery
Recommended
Product Size in (cm)
HDD Assist
Recommended HDD Class
4 (100) 60.75 (154.3) 136 (62) 68 (1.9) 110 (7.6) 33.4 2 – 4 (5 – 10) N/A
5.125 (130) 62 (158.1) 214 (97) 98 (2.8) 110 (7.6) 47.8 4 – 8 (10 – 20) N/A
5.75 (145) 71 (180.9) 305 (138) 132 (3.7) 110 (7.6) 65.4 6 – 12 (10 – 30) N/A
7 (180) AR † 77 (195.6) 511 (232) 235 (6.7) 110 (7.6) 92.0 8 – 20 (15 – 50) 24,000 lb
8 (200) AR † 101 (256.3) 900 (408) 308 (8.7) 110 (7.6) 126.0 8 – 24 (20 – 60) 24,000; 33,000; 50,000 lb
12 (300) AR † 91 (231.4) 1568 (711) 600 (17.0) 110 (7.6) 372.4 12 – 30 (30 – 75) 33,000; 50,000; 80,000 lb
16 (400) AR † 97 (245.1) 2701 (1225) 1050 (29.7) 110 (7.6) 547.5 16 – 48 (30 – 120) 80,000 lb
20 (500) AR † 108.4 (275.3) 5750 (2608) 1290 (36.5) 110 (7.6) 821.0 20 – 54 (50 – 140) 80,000; 150,000 lb
24 (600) AR † 117 (295.9) 9831 (4459) 1700 (48.1) 110 (7.6) 1010.0 24 – 72 (60 – 180) 150,000 lb and larger

HammerHead PortaBurst ® PB30
Lateral System—Trenchless
Replacement of 4" (10 cm) to
6" (15 cm) Sewer Laterals
The rising tide of lateral replacements driven by the EPA is focused
on eliminating pollution caused by leaking laterals. There is a
staggering amount of work to be done; work that can be done
efficiently, environmentally friendly, and profitably. With a PortaBurst
PB30 lateral replacement system, you can spare your customer the
unpleasant side effects of open cut lateral replacement, and at the
same time, grow your business. The PB30 lateral replacement
system is your portable, cost effective, and efficient method of
replacing 4" (10 cm) and 6" (15 cm) sewer laterals in a minimal
amount of time.
Compact Modular Design
• The PortaBurst PB30 sets up
simply downhole
• Three pieces to construct
• No components more than 75 lb (34 kg)
• Small pits, dimensions 24" (61 cm) x
30" (76 cm), reduce excavation
• Self-storage on optional wheeled
control station
Positive Cable Grip System
• Actuating cylinder initiates positive
cable grip
• Sequence valve automatically
activates lift cylinder
• Active link system increases cable and
clamp load proportionately
• Secondary cable grip holds cable in
place during recycling
• Smooth lift cam helps reduce cable wear
High Production Unit
• 12" (30 cm) cylinder increases cycle length
• Production rates up to 12 fpm (3.6 m/min)
(1 fpm [0.3 m/min]: 2 fpm [0.6 m/min])
• Low pressure, 3,000 psi (207 bar), system
runs off dedicated power pack or backhoe
Quick Grip Burst Heads
• Unique, time-saving, patent-pending design
• Quick connection to HDPE pipe without hand tools
• 4" (10 cm) and 6" (15 cm) burst heads
negotiate 45° bends
The illustration depicts a typical jobsite with the PortaBurst PB30 set
up at the house. Alternatively, the PortaBurst PB30 can be set up in
the basement or at the cleanout. The PortaBurst PB30 pulls the burst
head through the lateral, bursting the existing service, while
simultaneously pulling in the new HDPE pipe.
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HAMMERHEAD MOLE TOOLS
HydroGuide ® winches are
designed to facilitate
extraction of burst heads
through manholes to
reduce the need for
expensive receiving pits.
New product is attached
to the pneumatic pipe
bursting tool and is
pulled into place as the
tool follows and bursts
the existing line.
Excavation costs can be
reduced on projects from
6" (15 cm) to 12" (30 cm)
(size on size or one
upsize) by utilizing the
manhole exit method.*
The HydroGuide HG12 winch has a patent-pending self-deploying downrigger.
The new HG12 puts advanced design to practical use. No more heavy lifting or
positioning of cumbersome pieces in constricted manholes — the boom is
conveniently raised and lowered by hydraulics and extends to the required length.
The HG12 winch is designed to maximize efficiency and minimize setup time and
effort for pipe bursting, slip lining, pipe pulling, cable pulling, and swage lining.
Setup and teardown can be done in minutes, not hours. The bottom line is less labor
and potentially more profit. The solid, dual capstan design offers constant pulling
force over the entire cable length and helps reduce cable wear. Remote control and
a powerful downhole light put the operator in better control of the burst process.
*Manhole exiting is a patented process of Earth Tool Company LLC, US PATENT 6,299,382 B1.
HammerHead Pneumatic Bursting
System — Engineered for Sewer
Replacement of 6" (15 cm) to 30" (76 cm)
Pipe bursting employs high-powered piercing tools with special bursting
heads to fracture old service lines while pulling in new replacement lines,
and it can be done without affecting expensive surface structures.
HammerHead Mole bursting heads can be removed at the end of the line,
allowing the piercing tool to return to the entrance pit through the new
service line. Because it eliminates an exit pit, excavation costs are cut in
half. Pipe bursting is easy on adjacent utilities because it follows the existing
pipe path and requires a minimum of excavation. This allows you to work in
congested areas without hampering normal traffic flow.

HammerHead HydroBurst Bursting Systems — Designed
for Water / Sewer Replacement 4" (10 cm) to 20" (51 cm)
HydroBurst HB3038 and HB5058
Designed specifically for 2" (50 mm) – 8" (200 mm) gas and
water line replacement. HB3038 and HB5058 systems are
highly efficient, simple to set up, easy to operate, and require a
small pit for the machine. HB3038 and HB5058 systems are fast
— a typical 400' (122 m) job takes only a two-hour round trip
from payout to completion.
Ductile Iron and Steel Slitters
Specially designed slitters are available in 2" (50 mm) – 12" (300 mm)
and feature hardened tool steel cutting disks that are durable and can
slice through non-fracturable pipe such as ductile iron, steel, and PVC
while reducing required tonnage. The first cutting disk pre-slits the pipe;
the second slits or bursts the pipe; and the third cutting disk cuts
through bells, repair clamps, and bolted-style cast couplers.
HydroBurst HB80 — 80 Tons of Pullback Power for 4" (10 cm) to
12" (30 cm) Work
The HydroBurst HB80 Pipe Bursting system is strategically designed
for the contractor looking for a reliable and simple to operate
machine that can be towed on a 12,000 lb (5443 kg)
trailer with a one-ton truck and can complete 85%
(both water and sewer projects) of the pipe bursting
jobs bidding today. The HB80 is designed for high
productivity with features like an auto rod spinner
and torque device, fast 16-second rod payout to provide a
two-hour calculated round trip 400' (122 m) burst.
HydroBurst HB125 — 125 Tons of Pullback for Your Big Jobs
The HydroBurst HB125 Static Pipe Bursting system is designed for the contractor
who wants one machine versatile enough to replace 6" (150 mm) to 20" (500 mm)
diameter pipe in water, gas, and sewer markets. The HB125 is considered the
premier Pipe Bursting machine, with many time-saving features that reduce labor
and improve job speed. Much of the design platform is based on a Pit-Launch HDD
design using 125 tons of pullback with a simple one-man operation. The HB125
design targets the ability to quickly set the machine in place,
hydraulically adjust the height and shore the rear of
the machine, allowing you to
rapidly begin rod payout.
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HammerHead Torqued Joint Rods —
Proven Alloy Steel Rods Utilize API
Style Threaded Joint for Durability
and Flexibility
HydroBurst HB80 and HB125 static pipe-bursting systems
feature an API style threaded joint and heat-treated alloy rod that
have been proven for decades under thrust, pullback, and bend
radii conditions in oil fields and directional drilling.
A torqued joint rod string lends itself to the ability
to handle thrust loads encountered when pushing around
sweeping bends, through encrusted lines, line collapses,
and long burst lengths. Other “loose joint” designs can
buckle if not supported by the host pipe.
HydroBurst rod design: Proven API style thread and torqued joint design provide a uniform rod string.
Rotation ability — Bending torque is placed on the rod string when loads are
applied by sweeping bends or unaccounted for internal pipe conditions.
In addition, rotational torque can be applied when the burst head, blade, or
cutter follows a pipe fracture. As compared to a loose joint system, threaded
round rod systems have the advantage of being unaffected by these torque
loads since the rods can be gripped at any location or orientation. In a “loose
joint” system, any torque induced in the rod string during pullback has the
potential to jam the pullback machine.
HydroBurst Rod (Minimum Bend Radii)
Rod
Diameter
HydroBurst
Model
Minimum
Bend Radii*
Minimum Calculated
Tensile Yield Strength
1.38" (3.5 cm) HB3038 / HB5058 16.3' (5.0 m) 41.6 tons
1.75" (4.4 cm) HB3038 45.0' (13.7 m) 67.4 tons
2.00" (5.1 cm) HB5058 31.3' (9.5 m) 89.6 tons
2.25" (5.7 cm) HB80 26.3' (8.0 m) 148.7 tons
2.75" (7.0 cm) HB125 62.5' (19.0 m) 179.5 tons
*Bend radius calculation includes a 25% design allowance factor.
Blockage in old pipe
Torqued rod strings are flexible for bursts around sweeping bends.

Exclusive HammerHead Impactor ® Bursting
Systems — The Next Generation of Pipe
Bursting for HDD Machines
Smart Hammer Technology ®
• Stops and starts similar to a
downhole hammer
• Pull to start, push to stop
• Air vents when stopped
Free-Floating Body and Striker
• Float on distributor shaft
• Drill stem is isolated from impact
HDD is connected to the
air supply and positioned
to drill out to a manhole.
Setting up in a grassy
right of way can help
to significantly reduce
traffic disruption.
High Power
• 110 psi – 200 psi (8 bar – 14 bar)
• 500+ blows per minute
Versatile
• Rear feed option makes unit
adaptable to other forms of static pull
HammerHead Impactor Devices
• Power increases as job progresses
The stem is pushed
through to the next manhole
and drilled up to the surface
launch site. Stem can be
pushed through partially
collapsed pipes —
eliminating the need to
pothole and clear blockages.
*Manhole exiting is a patented process of Earth Tool Company LLC, US PATENT 6,299,382 B1.
The new pipe can be fused
in advance or in process
when space is restricted.
The pipe is connected to
the Impactor device via
an HDPE adapter.
The Impactor device is
attached to the drill stem,
then pulled into the old pipe.
When pulled back in, the
Impactor system activates
and bursts the old pipe.
Simple and Reliable Design
1
2
3
4
5
6
Front Feed Option
Blade Set
Striker
Body
Distributor
Rear Feed Option
Excavation can be
significantly reduced by
retrieving the Impactor
device from the receiving
manhole.*
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FIRESTICK DRILL STEM
There’s only one, and
it’s made by Vermeer.
FIRESTICK ® drill stem from Vermeer is designed for high
torque horizontal directional drilling. Vermeer specific raw
material standards ensure consistent wear and bending
performance. Features include a one-piece, forged rod
constructed of Vermeer specified high carbon alloy steel
that is heat-treated for uniform strength and consistent
material hardness. FIRESTICK threads are precision
machined with 100% quality assurance to ensure proper
triple engagement of the connection shoulder, pin and
tapered thread. In addition, its coarse thread design
delivers a faster makeup connection, smoother breakout,
longer life and is standard on all Vermeer NAVIGATOR
horizontal directional drills.

FIRESTICK
PART # ROD SIZE
THREAD JOINT ROD ROD BEND TORQUE
I.D. LENGTH WEIGHT RADIUS RATING
216492001 1.66" (4.2 cm) O.D. x .191" (.5 cm) Firestick 200 .750" 6' 23 lb/stem 95.5' 1,500 ft/lb
wall thickness w/ 1.88 (4.8 cm) upset (1.9 cm) (1.8 m) (10.43 kg) (29.1 m) 2,033 Nm
219006001 1.66" (4.2 cm) O.D. x .191" (.5 cm) Firestick 200 .750" 10' 38 lb/stem 95.5' 1,500 ft/lb
wall thickness w/ 1.88" (4.8 cm) upset (1.9 cm) (3.0 m) (17 kg) (29.1 m) 2,033 Nm
230993001 1.90" (4.8 cm) O.D. x .191" (.5 cm) Firestick 250 .750" 10' 51 lb/stem 98.7' 2,000 ft/lb
wall thickness w/ 2.125" (5.4 cm) upset (1.9 cm) (3.0 m) (23 kg) (30.1 m) 2,711 Nm
2216280011 2.06" (5.2 cm) O.D. x .260" (.7 cm) Firestick 400 .875" 10' 59 lb/stem 102' 2,600 ft/lb
wall thickness w/ 2.250" (5.7 cm) upset (2.2 cm) (3.0 m) (27 kg) (31.1 m) 3,525 Nm
222276001 2.375" (6.0 cm) O.D. x .254" (.6 cm) Firestick 600 .875" 10' 75 lb/stem 108' 4,000 ft/lb
wall thickness w/ 2.625" (6.7 cm) upset (2.2 cm) (3.0 m) (34 kg) (33.0 m) 5,423 Nm
222455001 2.375" (6.0 cm) O.D. x .295" (.7 cm) Firestick 600 .875" 15' 110 lb/stem 108' 4,000 ft/lb
wall thickness w/ 2.625" (6.7cm) upset (2.2 cm) (4.6 m) (50 kg) (33.0 m) 5,423 Nm
296309599 2.375" (6.0 cm) OD x .295" (.7 cm) Firestick 650 1.000" 10' 81 lb/stem 108' 5,000 ft/lb
wall thickness w/ 2.750" (6.9 cm) upset (2.5 cm) (3.0m) (37 kg) (32.9 m) 6,779 Nm
296312531 2.375" (6.0 cm) OD x .295" (.7 cm) Firestick 650 1.000" 15' 120 lb/stem 108' 5,000 ft/lb
wall thickness w/ 2.750" (6.9 cm) upset (2.5 cm) (4.6 m) (54 kg) (32.9 m) 6,779 Nm
296309522 2.625" (6.7 cm) OD x .400" (1.0 cm) Firestick 700 1.250" 10' 117 lb/stem 145' 5,000 ft/lb
wall thickness w/ 3.100" (7.8 cm) upset (3.2 cm) (3.0 m) (53 kg) (44.2 m) 6,779 Nm
296309521 2.625" (6.7 cm) OD x .400" (1.0 cm) Firestick 700 1.250" 15' 165 lb/stem 145' 5,000 ft/lb
wall thickness w/ 3.100" (7.8 cm) upset (3.2 cm) (4.6 m) (75 kg) (44.2 m) 6,779 Nm
222452001 2.875" (7.3 cm) O.D. x .392" (1.0 cm) Firestick 900 1.250" 15' 176 lb/stem 169' 9,000 ft/lb
wall thickness w/ 3.625" (9.2 cm) upset (3.2 cm) (4.6 m) (80 kg) (51.5 m) 12,202 Nm
222454001 3.50" (8.9 cm) O.D. x .449" (1.1 cm) Firestick 800 1.500" 15' 250 lb/stem 197' 10,000 ft/lb
wall thickness w/ 3.625" (9.2 cm) upset (3.8 cm) (4.6 m) (113 kg) (60 m) 13,558 Nm
296309520 3.50" (8.9 cm) O.D. x .476" (1.2 cm) Firestick 1000 2.250" 20' 351 lb/stem 197' 15,000 ft/lb
wall thickness w/ 4.375" (11.1 cm) upset (5.7 cm) (6.1 m) (159 kg) (60 m) 20,337 Nm
Firestick drill stem is the proven choice for thousands of jobs worldwide.
Rugged and durable, these stems feature coarse and robust threads. With
a stronger cross section than tube body, they offer connection strength
tempered with ease of makeup and breakout.
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ROCK ADAPTABLE TERRAIN TOOL (R.A.T.T.)
Nothing Stops the R.A.T.T.
Not all rock is here to stay, at least if our Rock Adaptable Terrain
Tool (R.A.T.T.) has anything to say about it. The latest Vermeer
innovation for the underground construction industry, this powerful
drillhead tool rips easily through most soil conditions — everything
from soft soil and gravel to cobblestone and solid rock.
The R.A.T.T. drillhead tool is designed for Vermeer
NAVIGATOR HDD models D18x22 to D36x50 Series II.
A single rod setup allows the
operator to utilize the same
machine for bore and backream.
The bent sub design creates a
consistent cutting pattern from
the bit, allowing the tool to
be drilled and steered using
less torque, resulting in less
vibration, optimized cutting
action, and improved efficiency
on the job.
If needed, high
rotational torque
(1770 ft-lb / 2400 Nm)
and thrust / pullback
(maximum force of
machine) can
be applied to the
R.A.T.T. drillhead.
A single rod setup in a pilot bore means there is no need to change the tools as soil conditions change. The 70" (178 cm) length includes
the transmitter housing, two-degree bent sub, bearing housing, and drill bit. The R.A.T.T. is also capable of higher thrust and rotational
torque than similarly-sized rock drilling tools, allowing the operator to optimize cutting efficiency during the bore path. The R.A.T.T. can be
used with various Vermeer HDD tooling connections. In steering mode, the R.A.T.T. steers with a patented oscillating motion of the drill
string. When compared to competitive rock drilling tools on the market today, the R.A.T.T. provides a lower-cost, lower-maintenance option
for drilling through varying soil conditions, including rock.

FLUID-MIXING SYSTEMS
The Right Fluid, in the Right Place,
at the Right Time
The drill rig gets the credit, but the drilling fluid keeps it moving.
Vermeer fluid-mixing systems provide any HDD operation with the
proper supply of wetting agents, polymers, and bentonites to get
the job done with superior results. The venturi / hopper-mixing
systems strategically placed roll jets combine to provide the ideal
mix with lower yield times.
Completely integrated systems offer ultimate performance. Vermeer
drilling fluid systems are comprehensive and include the following
matched components: a mixing system, tank(s) and cradle, a power
unit, roll guns, hoses and centrifugal pump, and plumbing.
STANDARD MIXING SYSTEMS MODULAR MIXING SYSTEMS
Model HP250 ST250
Tank capacity 250 gal (946.3 L) 250 gal (946.3 L)
Mixing action Recirculation Venturi / Recirculation
Length 84.5" (215 cm) 87" (221 cm)
Width 28" (71 cm) 28" (71 cm)
Vermeer offers specially formulated
polymer bentonite drilling fluids for
superior results.
Model MX125 MX240
Power pack 6 hp (4.5 kW) diesel 22 hp (16.4 kW) diesel
5.5 hp (4.1 kW) gas 25 hp (18.6 kW) gas
Mixing action Venturi / Recirculation Venturi / Recirculation
Tank options 300 gal (1136 L) round 750 gal (2839 L) round
500 gal (1839 L) elliptical 1000 gal (3785 L) round
Tank length 300 gal (1136 L) 74" (188 cm) 750 gal (2839 L) 138" (351 cm)
500 gal (1839 L) 84" (213 cm) 1000 gal (3785 L) 167" (424 cm)
Tank width 39" (99 cm) 49" (125 cm)
Weight 330 lb (150 kg) w/o tank 1800 lb (816 kg)
Mixing Systems Compatibility Chart
Model D6x6 D7x11 Series II D10x14 D16x20 Series II D20x22 Series II D24x40 Series II D36x50 Series II D80x100 Series II D100x120 Series II
HP250 • • • • •
ST250 • • •
MX125 w/ 300 gal • • • • •
MX125 w/ 500 gal • • • •
MX240 w/ 500 gal • •
MX240 w/ 1000 gal • • • •
MX240
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VACUUM EXCAVATION SYSTEMS
Get More Efficient
Potholing and Cleanup
with Vermeer-McLaughlin
When you need an efficient, effective, and flexible
way to pothole utilities and other underground
objects, the Vermeer-McLaughlin line of vacuum
excavators can handle the job — for HDD
contractors, utility location companies,
municipalities, and public works organizations.
Each unit uses a three-stage filtration system with
a cyclone separation system that helps reduce bag
house maintenance time.
V250
The V250 Hydro Vacuum Excavation System offers municipalities and contractors a low
cost, portable system for potholing and vacuum applications.
Model
General
V100 V250 V500 V750
Spoil tank capacity 100 gal (379 L) 250 gal (946 L) 500 gal (1893 L) 750 gal (2839 L)
Engine options 24 hp (17.9 kW) Honda gas 25 hp (18.6 kW) Kubota diesel 36 hp (27 kW) Kubota diesel 24 hp (17.9 kW) Honda gas
25 hp (18.6 kW) Kubota diesel 49 hp (36.5 kW) Kubota diesel
Blower output 575 cfm (16.3 m3 ) 575 cfm (16.3 m3 ) 575 cfm (16.3 m3 ) – 36 hp 575 cfm (16.3 m3 950 cfm (26.9 m
)
3 ) – 49 hp
Water tank capacity
Trailer Mount
50 gal (189 L) 100 gal (379 L) 250 gal (946 L) N/A
Width 48" (122 cm) 91" (231 cm) 91" (231 cm) 91" (231 cm)
Length 100" (254 cm) 145" (368 cm) 195" (495 cm) 176" (447 cm)
Height 63" (160 cm) 87" (221 cm) 90" (229 cm) 95" (241 cm)
Axles (1) 7000 lb (2268 kg) (2) 3500 lb (1588 kg) (2) 6000 lb (2721 kg) (2) 6000 lb (2721 kg)
Brakes
Skid Mount
Electric Electric Electric Electric
Width 48" (122 cm) 88" (223 cm) 90" (228 cm) 74" (188 cm)
Length 100" (254 cm) 160" (406 cm) 201" (510 cm) 154" (391 cm)
Height 63" (160 cm) 66" (167 cm) 61" (155 cm) 69" (175 cm)

V500 V800
The V500 Hydro Vacuum Excavation System is specifically designed
for potholing and one-man operations using the reduction tool and
extensions. The trailer-mounted unit features tandem axles for a
smooth ride between jobsites.
Model V800 V1200
The V800 Hydro Vacuum Excavation System is designed for vacuum-only
applications and allows for the removal of wet or dry non-hazardous materials.
General
Spoil tank capacity 800 gal (3027 L) 1200 gal (4541 L)
Engine options 36 hp (26 kW) Kubota diesel 36 hp (26 kW) Kubota diesel
73 hp (54 kW) Kubota diesel 73 hp (54 kW) Kubota diesel
Blower output 575 cfm (16.3 m 3 ) 575 cfm (16.3 m 3 )
1025 cfm (29.6 m 3 ) 1025 cfm (29.6 m 3 )
Water tank capacity 230 gal (870 L) 230 gal (870 L)
Trailer Mount
Width 96" (243 cm) 102" (259 cm)
Length 264" (671 cm) 288" (731 cm)
Height 110" (279 cm) 115" (284 cm)
Axles (2) 9000 lb (4082 kg) (2) 12000 lb (5443 kg)
Brakes Electric Electric
Skid Mount
Width 92" (235 cm) 92" (235 cm)
Length 244" (620 cm) 243" (617 cm)
Height 82" (208 cm) 88" (223 cm)
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VACUUM EQUIPMENT
Keep Jobsites Clean with
Vermeer-Vac-Tron Equipment
Drilling and utility contractors will appreciate the
efficient and flexible power of the Vermeer-
Vac-Tron lineup of vacuum equipment. Designed
for a variety of wet and dry applications, Vermeer-
Vac-Tron systems can be used to clean up mud and
slurry behind directional drills, vacuum-locate
underground utilities, exercise valves and hydrants,
clean up after natural disasters, and clean out lift
stations, treatment plants, laterals, manholes, meter
and valve boxes, culverts, and storm drains.
FM150
FlowMaster 150 Series units are desgined to assist in exercising water valves to remove debris,
making the valves more accessible in the event of water main breaks or water pollutants.
Model
General
FM150 EV150 FM350 PMD350
Spoil tank capacity 150 gal (568 L) 150 gal (568 L) 350 gal (1324 L) 350 gal (1324 L)
Engine options 25 hp (18.6 kW) gas 15 hp (11.1 kW) gas 25 hp (19 kW) gas 25 hp (19 kW) gas
25 hp (18.6 kW) diesel 25 hp (18.6 kW) diesel 36 hp (27 kW) diesel 36 hp (27 kW) diesel
25 hp (18.6 kW) gas 49 hp (37 kW) diesel 49 hp (37 kW) diesel
Vacuum pump 550 cfm (15" of hg) 300 cfm (15" of hg) 15 hp 550 cfm (15" of hg) 25 hp 550 cfm (15" of hg) 25 hp
550 cfm (15" of hg) 25 hp 550 cfm (15" of hg) 36 hp 550 cfm (15" of hg) 36 hp
1000 cfm (15" of hg) 49 hp 1000 cfm (15" of hg) 49 hp 1000 cfm (15" of hg) 49 hp
Water tank capacity 120 gal (454 L) 120 gal (454 L) 300 gal (1136 L) 300 gal (1136 L)
Trailer Mount
Width 70" (178 cm) 82" (208 cm) 70" (178 cm) 82" (208 cm)
Length 170" (432 cm) 222" (563 cm) 170" (432 cm) 222" (563 cm)
Height 103" (262 cm) 106" (269 cm) 103" (262 cm) 106" (269 cm)
Skid Mount
Width 48" (122 cm) 34" (88 cm) 48" (122 cm) 34" (86 cm)
Length 75" (191 cm) 148" (376 cm) 75" (191 cm) 148" (376 cm)
Height 84" (213 cm) 75" (191 cm) 84" (213 cm) 75" (191 cm)

PMD550 MC850
Equipped with a 500 gal (1893 L) spoil tank and three different
engine options, the PMD550 Series vacuum excavation system is
designed for removing a variety of wet and dry materials in various
applications, including storm drainage cleanout, location of
underground utilities, and mud removal.
The MC850 models feature a self-contained jetter system that delivers 15 gpm
(57 L/min) at 2200 psi (152 bar). With 500' (152 m) of 1/2-inch (1.2 cm) jetter
hose and 33' (10 m) of 3-inch (8 cm) suction hose, the MC850 makes getting
to those out-of-reach locations an easier task.
Model
General
PMD550 MC850 PMD850
Spoil tank capacity 500 gal (1893 L) 800 gal (329 L) 800 gal (329 L)
Engine options 25 hp (18.6 kW) gas 36 hp (26.8 kW) diesel 36 hp (26.8 kW) diesel
36 hp (27.0 kW) diesel
49 hp (36.5 kW) diesel
49 hp (36.5 kW) diesel 49 hp (36.5 kW) diesel
Vacuum pump 550 cfm (15" of hg) 25 hp 550 cfm (15" of hg) 36 hp 550 cfm (15" of hg) 36 hp
550 cfm (15" of hg) 36 hp 1000 cfm (15" of hg) 49 hp 1000 cfm (15" of hg) 49 hp
Water tank capacity 325 gal (1230 L) 325 gal (1230 L) 325 gal (1230 L)
Trailer Mount
Width 82" (208 cm) 82" (208 cm) 82" (208 cm)
Length 222" (564 cm) 260" (660 cm) 260" (660 cm)
Height 106" (269 cm) 106" (269 cm) 106" (269 cm)
Skid Mount
Width 34" (86 cm) 82" (208 cm) 82" (208 cm)
Length 148" (376 cm) 180" (457 cm) 180" (457 cm)
Height 75" (191 cm) 80" (203 cm) 80" (203 cm)
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ADVANCED CONTROL SYSTEMS
The High-tech Edge Starts with
Vermeer Advanced Control Systems
Our ACS segment not only works with today’s leading-edge technology
manufacturers to produce innovative worksite solutions, but it also designs
systems that can stand alone to perform a specific function. Among other
functions, Vermeer systems work to help you locate underground objects,
survey geographical conditions, plot bore paths, and collect jobsite data.
We’re constantly looking for practical, easy-to-use innovations that make
your work easier and more productive.
Underground Analysis is an interactive
program that uses your input on a
variety of factors to calculate a
comparison between HDD and
open-cut operations.
Bore Pilot software is an educational
tool that takes an in-depth look at HDD
from basics to post-construction,
helping you make informed decisions.
Fast, and accurate one-person topography and utility
collection. The Terrain-Mapping System utilizes a reflective
laser to allow quick and accurate collection of jobsite data.
The pocket Atlas Bore Planner ®
delivers bore planning technology
where it’s needed most: out in the
field. This handheld version has many
of the same features of the original
Atlas Bore Planner, and enhances
user mobility as well.

INTERRAGATOR ® II
Get underground metallic and nonmetallic object information quickly with the
Interragator II ground-penetrating radar system.
With its unique antenna configuration,
the Eclipse locator performs advanced
techniques providing left / right and
up / down remote steering information.
The Mark III locator has a compact
design with pitch, roll data, and
remote steering information.
INTERRAGATOR EZ
The Interragator EZ offers the latest
advancements in ground-penetrating radar
electronics with a simple-to-use operator interface.
The DigiTrak ® LT underground locating
system incorporates the newest, most
advanced technologies in a compact,
lightweight design. The system offers a
short-range transmitter for “mini” rig
housings as well as a standard-range
transmitter for larger rigs. The LT features
menu-driven operation and advanced
circuitry for enhanced roll / pitch speed.
The dual frequency operation
of the Mark V unit provides
optimal locating and depth
accuracy in interference areas.
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CORE SAWS
Vermeer Core Saws
are a Cut Above
Cut faster and straighter through your
toughest challenges with the Vermeer
CS418 core saw. Available in truck- or
trailer-mounted options, the CS418 makes
short work of asphalt, concrete, reinforced
concrete, keyholing, and more. It also
gives you easy access under pavement for
utility locating, jacking, patch repair, and
core sampling.
CS418 Trailer Mount
Model
General
CS418 Truck Mount CS418 Trailer Mount
Length 96" (244 cm) (saw unit) 108" (274 cm)
Width 48.75" (124 cm) (saw unit) 70.5" (179 cm)
Height 58.4" (148 cm) (saw unit) 84.2" (214 cm)
Weight
Operational
Dry: 1100 lb (499 kg) (saw unit) Dry: 1650 lb (748.4 kg)
Rotation motor 2-speed 2-speed
Rotation speed 0 – 200 rpm, 0 – 400 rpm 0 – 200 rpm, 0 – 400 rpm
Feed pressure 0 – 2500 psi (0 – 172 bar) 0 – 2500 psi (0 – 172 bar)
Mast vertical travel 24" (61 cm) 24" (61 cm)
Truck-mounted
Power Source
Mast offset: 12" (30 cm) left / right 48" (121 cm) left / right
Engine Kohler Kohler
Gross HP
Controls
25 hp (19 kW) 25 hp (19 kW)
Mast raise Hydraulic Hydraulic
Mast tilt Hydraulic N/A
Frame slide out Hydraulic N/A
Mast offset
Water System
Hydraulic Manual
Tank capacity 65 gal (246 L) 65 gal (246 L)
Pump type 1.5 gpm (5.6 L/min) diaphragm pump 1.5 gpm (5.6 L/min) diaphragm pump
Electrical system 12 V 12 V
On / off switch Yes Yes
Variable flow
Hydraulic System
Yes Yes
Rotation pump 13.1 gpm / 3000 psi (207 bar) 13.1 gpm / 3000 psi (207 bar)
Auxiliary pump 4.8 gpm / 2500 psi (18 L/min/172 bar) 4.8 gpm / 2500 psi (18 L/min/172 bar)
Cold start clutch Optional Optional

PARTS AND SERVICES
Committed to Taking Care of Customers
Worldwide with Better Solutions
Vermeer products and solutions are backed by a worldwide sales
and support network that is among the best in the trenching
industry. The Vermeer way is to understand that when customers
are successful, the company is successful. Service training,
certified parts, and exceptional warranty programs are just a
few of the resources Vermeer offers.
Vermeer Corporation
1210 Vermeer Road East
P.O. Box 200
Pella, Iowa 50219 U.S.A.
Phone: (641) 628-3141
Fax: (641) 621-7734
International fax: +1 (641) 621-7730
Vermeer.com
Call toll-free 1-888-VERMEER
1-888-837-6337 (U.S.A. only)
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4460 AS Goes
Netherlands
Phone: +31 113 272700
Fax: +31 113 272727
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MCLAUGHLIN and the MCLAUGHLIN LOGO are trademarks of McLaughlin Group, Inc. DIGITRAK is a trademark of Digital Control Incorporated.
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