HDD drill rig redefines underground pipeline construction standards with five core advantages: trenchless operation, high efficiency, environmental friendliness, safety, and low cost. They eliminate the need for surface excavation, perfectly protecting urban infrastructure and the ecological environment; construction speed is 3-5 times faster than traditional excavation, significantly shortening the construction period; only two small working pits are required, minimizing site occupation and traffic disruption; the intelligent directional control system ensures pipe laying accuracy and reliability; and overall costs are significantly reduced, resulting in outstanding economic benefits. Whether for municipal engineering, gas and electricity, communication networks, oil and water pipelines, or obstacle crossing projects, HDD drill rigs are your ideal choice to seize the trenchless market, improve project quality, and reduce construction costs. Contact us now for customized construction solutions and equipment quotes!
YG Horizontal Directional Drilling Equipment Technical Parameter
| Model | YG-160A | YG-180 | YG-280 | YG-320 | YG-320A |
| Engine rated power | 100KW | 97KW | 160KW | 140KW/160KW | 160KW |
| Push and pull | Cylinder | Motor | Motor | Cylinder | Motor |
| Maximum drag/feed force | 160/100KN | 180/180KN | 280/280KN | 320/320KN | 320/320KN |
| The maximum torque of the powerhead | 5000N.n | 6000N.n | 10000N.n | 12000N.n | 12000N.n |
| Powerhead speed | 0-180r/min | 0-140r/min | 0-120r/min | 0-140r/min | 0-140r/min |
| Moving speed of powerhead | 30m/min | 20m/min | 20m/min | 20m/min | 20m/min |
| Moving speed of the powerhead | Φ600mm | Φ600mm | Φ750mm | Φ800mm | Φ800mm |
| Drill rod length (single) | 3m | 3m | 3m | 3m | 3m |
| Drill pipe diameter | Φ60mm | Φ60mm | Φ73mm | Φ73mm | Φ73mm |
| Drill pipe diameter | 10-23° | 10-22° | 10-23° | 10-20° | 10-20° |
| Maximum mudflow | 160L/min | 250L/min | 320L/min | 320L/min | 320L/min |
| Maximum mud pressure | 100bar | 80bar | 80bar | 80bar | 80bar |
| Overall quality | 6700kg | 8500kg | 12500kg | 11500kg | 11200kg |
| Dimension(length*width*height) | 5700*1820*2400mm | 6400*2270*2340mm | 7100*2260*2450mm | 7100*2250*2450mm | 7100*2250*2550mm |
Philippines Client Case
Client Background: A Manila-based medium-sized trenchless construction company undertakes municipal water drainage, fiber optic, and small oil-gas pipeline projects in the Philippines. Driven by rapid urbanization, Manila now features dense populations, complex underground pipelines, and tough geological conditions, alongside booming municipal pipeline renovation and 5G fiber laying projects.
The client’s outdated drilling rigs suffered low efficiency, poor precision, and frequent breakdowns, with a daily construction length of merely 35 meters, failing to meet project deadlines. After market comparison, they purchased a YG-320 horizontal directional drilling rig in August 2025 for trenchless fiber communication and water pipeline laying across Greater Manila, to boost overall project competitiveness.
Construction Challenges:
- The construction area consisted mainly of alternating layers of gravel and clay, with some areas containing pebbles. Traditional equipment faced significant drilling resistance and was prone to borehole collapse and jamming.
- The limited space in Manila’s urban area restricted the access of large drilling rigs, and excavation work posed a high risk of disturbing residents and violating regulations.
- The local high temperature and humidity made it difficult for the ordinary HDD drilling equipment’s hydraulic system to dissipate heat, hindering continuous operation for 20 hours.
- The tight schedule meant that existing equipment was inefficient and had a high failure rate, failing to meet project delivery deadlines.
- Imported equipment was expensive, with long spare parts lead times, placing a heavy maintenance burden on small and medium-sized enterprises.
Solution:
- The client selected the YG-320 horizontal directional drilling equipment, a flagship model developed for medium to large-scale trenchless projects, specifically optimized for the hot and humid environment and complex geology of Southeast Asia. This equipment is equipped with a 160kW Cummins engine, delivering a torque of 32,000 N·m, with a thrust of 48 tons and a pullback force of 56 tons. It is suitable for laying pipes with diameters from φ200 to 600mm and has a maximum drilling length of 400 meters. It can easily traverse sandy, clay, and soft rock layers, effectively solving the problems of insufficient power and slow drilling speed associated with traditional drilling rigs.
- Employing an intelligent guidance control system, the drilling deviation is controlled within ±0.5%, allowing for precise path planning and avoiding damage to underground pipelines and surface buildings.
- Targeting the hot and rainy climate of the Philippines, the drilling rig features an independent cooling system and a moisture-proof sealing design, enabling continuous and stable operation in environments above 35℃.
- The equipment adopts a modular and compact design, suitable for confined urban areas. An automatic rod unloading system reduces manual labor requirements, and the single-hole cycle time is reduced by 40% compared to traditional equipment, significantly improving construction efficiency.
Application Results:
- Since the project commenced three months ago, the YG-320 directional drill rigs for sale have demonstrated outstanding performance;
- Monthly drilling mileage exceeded 8,000 meters, 2.6 times the efficiency of the original equipment;
- Rock cuttings removal was smooth, with no borehole collapses or stuck drill incidents, and a core recovery rate of 98%; Stable continuous operation in high-temperature environments, with no performance degradation even after 20 hours of daily operation.
- Flexible relocation in confined spaces without disrupting traffic or residents’ lives, perfectly meeting the Philippines municipal construction standards.
Customer Testimonials: “YG HDD drill rigs are reliable, efficient, have a low failure rate, and provide timely service. They are perfectly suited to the infrastructure needs of the Philippines, and YG equipment will be the first choice for future projects.” In December 2025, the customer ordered two more YG-280 HDD rigs for a water pipeline project in Cebu City, becoming a long-term partner of YG in the Philippines market.
Why do Philippines Customers Choose YG HDD Drill Rig?
1. Precisely Adapted to Local Geology, Stable and Reliable Performance
Targeting the complex geological characteristics of the Philippines, including sand layers, silt layers, and weathered volcanic rocks, YG has customized and optimized the configuration of its HDD drilling equipment: It features a high-torque hydraulic power head to adapt to drilling needs in different formations; wear-resistant alloy drill bits and dedicated reamers to improve wear resistance in hard rock and gravel layers; and an optimized mud wall protection system to enhance borehole stability and completely solve problems of borehole collapse and slurry leakage. The equipment has a maximum push-pull force of 45 tons and a maximum drilling length of 150 meters, perfectly matching the construction parameters of small to medium-sized trenchless projects in the Philippines.
2. High Cost-Effectiveness, Fitting the Budgets of SMEs
Compared to European and American brands of horizontal directional drilling equipment of the same tonnage, YG products are priced at only 55% of theirs, and the core hydraulic and guiding components use high-quality configurations, balancing performance and cost. The modular design of the equipment reduces maintenance difficulty, allows for easy replacement of wear parts, and offers affordable prices. Long-term operating costs are far lower than imported equipment, precisely matching the budget-constrained needs of small and medium-sized construction companies in the Philippines.
3. Compact Design, Adaptable to Complex Construction Scenarios
The YG HDD drill rig features a compact tracked body, making it small and maneuverable. It can easily access narrow roads, densely built-up areas, and areas with numerous pipelines in Manila, eliminating the need for large-scale fencing and minimizing impact on traffic and residents’ lives. This solves the pain point of large drilling rigs being unable to access sites, helping customers undertake more urban construction projects.
4. Comprehensive Service, Worry-Free End-to-End Support
As a professional directional drilling equipment manufacturer, YG’s technical team recommends customized equipment models based on customer needs and arranges professional engineer training to guide operators in quickly mastering equipment operation and maintenance skills. They also promise a 48-hour fault response time and 72-hour on-site repair service, with efficient and timely parts supply, completely eliminating any concerns for customers.
