
20,740 FT-LBS | 72 HP | Yanmar | 2,275 FT-LBS | Mid-size utility, gas, water, fiber, telecom bores
The Gladiator G20 is a mid-range horizontal directional drill, delivering 20,740 FT-LBS of thrust and pullback force. Powered by a 72 HP Yanmar engine, this piece of utility drilling equipment is built for contractors who require versatile performance across various soil conditions and bore sizes without compromising job site mobility.
Weighing 8,998 lbs and measuring 166.14 in L × 57.48 in W × 62.59 in H, the Gladiator G20 shares the same compact footprint as the G10 while providing nearly double the thrust and pullback force. This makes it the ideal choice for growing crews who are tackling longer and more demanding bores with a reliable Yanmar horizontal drill.
The Gladiator G20 delivers 20,740 FT-LBS of thrust and pullback at 200 FT/MIN, making it a powerful option for utility drilling equipment. With a rotary torque rating of 2,275 FT-LBS, this horizontal directional drill features a fluid system that operates at 30 GPM @ 1080 PSI and achieves a rotation speed of 223 RPM. The entry angle is set at 20 degrees, allowing for a suggested crossing length of up to 450 FT and a reaming diameter of up to 15.74 inches, positioning it as a top choice alongside the Yanmar horizontal drill.
The Gladiator G20, a powerful horizontal directional drill, is equipped with a 48-rod onboard rack that uses 2.06 × 120 inch drill rods. This design provides an extended bore reach within a compact, self-contained package, making it ideal for utility drilling equipment. Standard rod loader arms on the G20 enhance rod handling and significantly improve jobsite efficiency, making it a standout choice among Yanmar horizontal drills.
Built with a robust steel hood and rod loader arms, the Gladiator G20 horizontal directional drill features standard onboard systems such as auto anchor, mud flow adjust, and shut-off valves. This utility drilling equipment also comes with a comprehensive safety package, which includes an antifreeze tank, a strike alert system, and a seat sensor to ensure complete protection for operators and equipment during every bore, including those using the Yanmar horizontal drill.
The Gladiator G20, a top-tier horizontal directional drill in the utility drilling equipment sector, is operated via wireless remote with hydraulic lockout shut-off. This feature provides operators with precise and safe control of all drilling functions from the optimal vantage point on the jobsite, enhancing the performance of the Yanmar horizontal drill.
The Gladiator G20, a reliable horizontal directional drill, is ideal for utility service connections in gas and water sectors, telecom and fiber optic installations, as well as conduit bores under roads and driveways. This utility drilling equipment excels in mid-size trenchless projects, offering a crossing length of up to 450 FT and a reaming diameter reaching 15.74 inches, making it a superb choice among Yanmar horizontal drills.
Weight: 8,998 lbs. Dimensions: 166.14 in Length × 57.48 in Width × 62.59 in Height. This Yanmar horizontal drill is part of the Gladiator G20 series, known for its efficiency in utility drilling equipment, especially in horizontal directional drilling.
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