This Atlas Copco ECM720 is a used vertical drill — sometimes referred to as a down-the-hole drill or rock drill — a type of machine used in mining, quarrying, and construction to bore holes vertically into rock or hard ground for blasting, exploration, or foundation work. Atlas Copco is a well-established Swedish industrial manufacturer with a long history of producing drilling equipment, compressors, and related tools for the mining and construction industries worldwide.
This 2007 machine is configured for the 4.5- to 5.5-inch hole diameter class, placing it in the medium-range category for production drilling applications. Power comes from a Caterpillar C11 diesel engine, a well-regarded inline-six powerplant commonly found in demanding off-highway equipment. The drill features a Montabert HC200A drifter, which is the percussive hydraulic hammer unit responsible for driving the drill string into the rock face. The drifter is set up for GT60 drill steel, a common rod system used in heavy-duty production drilling. The hydraulic pump has been recently replaced, which is a significant component in the machine's overall hydraulic circuit.
The unit has accumulated approximately 11,800 total frame hours, reflecting its age and service history as a working machine. Prospective buyers should note that the drifter is reported to require servicing before returning to full productive use. The machine is currently located in Kentucky, USA.
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