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JT922DIRECTIONAL DRILLS

The 53.5-hp (39.9 kW) JT922 combines the simplicity and easy operation of smaller drills with the advanced features of bigger machines—like a heavy-duty anchor system, open-top vise wrenches, and an integrated remote display. And it all comes in an affordable little package that's easy to own and easy to haul.

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KEY FEATURES,

JT922

JT922 comes with heavy-duty anchor system, integrated remote tracking display, and other features usually seen only on larger drills.
Easy to mobile, easy to turn, and rides on turf-friendly tracks for less surface disturbance.
Shortest drill in its class, for easy setup in tight spaces.
Operator is positioned near the center of the pipe rack for easy pipe handling; seat slides fore and aft so pipe is easy to reach.

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Field-proven rack-and-pinion thrust drive with welded-on double rack for low maintenance and reliability.
The carriage travels the length of the drill frame in two seconds flat, for faster cycle times and more pipe in the ground.
JT922 holds 300 ft (90 m) of pipe on board—up to double that of the competition—so you can finish virtually any job.

Open-top vise wrenches are angled toward the operator for an excellent view of the tool joint, and they require no daily maintenance.
Easy to maintain, with no grease zerks and all regular service points located under an easy-to-remove side panel.
High-performance 54-hp (40 kW) Deutz diesel engine is air-cooled and quiet for easy maintenance and longer operation.

LITERATURE,

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DIMENSIONS	U.S.	METRIC
Overall machine length	146 in	3.7 m
Overall machine width	48 in	1.22 m
Overall machine height	74 in	1.88 m
Operating weight (water tank full, 50 drill pipes)	7100 lb	3221 kg
Entry angle	10° to 14°
Angle of approach	18°
POWER PIPE	U.S.	METRIC
Length of drill pipe, nominal	72 in	1.83 m
Diameter of drill pipe tool joint end	2 in	51 mm
Diameter of drill pipe	1.58 in	40 mm
Minimum bend radius	105 ft	32 m
Weight of drill pipe (lined)	29 lb	13 kg
OPERATION	U.S.	METRIC
Maximum spindle speed	186 rpm
Maximum spindle torque	1100 ft·lb	1491 N·m
Carriage thrust travel speed	188 fpm	57 m/min
Carriage pullback travel speed	188 fpm	57 m/min
Thrust force	9000 lb	40 kN
Pullback force	9000 lb	40 kN
Bore diameter	3 in	76 mm
Backream diameter	Soil dependent
POWER	U.S.	METRIC
Engine	Deutz F4L2011
Fuel	Diesel
Cooling medium	Integrated oil
Injection	Direct
Aspiration	Natural
Number of cylinders	4
Displacement	189 in³	3.1 L
Bore	3.7 in	94 mm
Stroke	4.4 in	112 mm
Manufacturer's gross power rating	53.5 hp	37.3 kW
Rated speed	2300 rpm
Emissions Compliance	EPA Tier 4i	EU Stage IIIa
DRILLING FLUID SYSTEM	U.S.	METRIC
Maximum drilling fluid pressure	750 psi	52 bar
Maximum drilling fluid flow	9 gpm	34 L/min
Fluid tank capacity	40 gal	151 L
FLUID CAPACITIES	U.S.	METRIC
Fuel tank	19 gal	72 L
Hydraulic reservoir	18 gal	68 L
BATTERY	U.S.	METRIC
SAE reserve capacity rating	165 min
SAE cold crank rating @ 0° F (-18° C)	875 A

Specifications are general and subject to change without notice. If exact measurements are required, equipment should be weighed and measured. Due to selected options, delivered equipment may not necessarily match that shown.

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The following tandem-axle trailers are available for JT922:

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