Gladiator G30 Horizontal Directional Drill

The Gladiator G30 is a high-performance Horizontal Directional Drill designed specifically for contractors who require exceptional power and reliability. With an impressive 29,380 FT-LBS of thrust and pullback force at 209 FT/MIN, and powered by a robust 147 HP Cummins engine, the G30 is adept at handling tough ground conditions and high-productivity drilling schedules. Its capabilities extend to challenging substrates such as rocky terrain, clay, and mixed soils, making it ideal for utility installation drilling tasks.

Weighing in at 18,740 lbs and measuring 227.55 in L × 84.25 in W × 93.70 in H, the G30 is a comprehensive mid-class HDD rig equipped with a rotating cab, dual rack & pinion carriage, and a 65-rod onboard rack — everything a professional drilling crew needs for a demanding jobsite.

The Gladiator G30 Horizontal Directional Drill delivers an impressive 29,380 FT-LBS of thrust and pullback at 209 FT/MIN, along with a rotary torque of 4,052 FT-LBS. Its fluid system efficiently operates at 52 GPM @ 1080 PSI and boasts a rotation speed of 234 RPM. With a 20-degree entry angle, it is ideal for utility installation drilling, accommodating a suggested crossing length of up to 656 FT and a reaming diameter of up to 27.56 inches.

The Gladiator G30 is an efficient Horizontal Directional Drill featuring a 65-rod onboard rack that accommodates 2.36 × 118.11 inch drill rods. This design offers substantial rod capacity for medium to long-distance utility installation drilling within a self-contained package. Standard rod loader arms simplify rod handling, ensuring crews remain productive and work efficiently.

The Gladiator G30, designed as a robust Horizontal Directional Drill, features a steel hood, a rotating cab, and standard rod loader arms. Its dual rack & pinion carriage system ensures smooth and precise thrust and pullback control across the entire force range, which is essential for maintaining bore path accuracy during utility installation drilling, especially on longer and more complex crossings.

The rotating cab of the Gladiator G30 ensures that operators remain comfortable and oriented to the bore, no matter the position of the Horizontal Directional Drill. A wireless remote with hydraulic lockout shut-off allows for precise and safe control of all utility installation drilling functions. Onboard systems feature auto anchor, mud flow adjust, and shut-off valves, while the comprehensive safety package includes an antifreeze tank, strike alert, and seat sensor.

The Gladiator G30 Horizontal Directional Drill is perfect for utility installation drilling, including underground utility installation for gas, water, electric, and telecom. This versatile drill is also suitable for fiber optic and broadband network buildouts, conducting conduit bores under roads, highways, and waterways, as well as any mid-size HDD job that requires up to 656 FT of crossing length and up to 27.56 inches of reaming diameter.

Weight: 18,740 lbs. Dimensions of the Gladiator G30, ideal for horizontal directional drill utility installation drilling, are 227.55 in Length × 84.25 in Width × 93.70 in Height.