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Grundopit® 40/60
The Mini Steerable Directional Boring System

Grundopit Advantages

The pit launched, mini-directional Grundopit 40/60 is ideal for installing water services, electrical conduit, gas services, etc. in tight working conditions, over difficult runs. Only 44 inches long, 19 inches wide and 14 inches tall, the Grundopit 40/60 delivers 13,200 lbs. of thrust, 8,800 lbs. of pull back and 442 ft. lbs. of torque with bore length up to 200 feet.

Four hydraulically operated telescopic bracing supports anchor the Grundopit allowing for perfect alignment and maximum thrust and pull back. The Grundopit is an ideal entry level system for gas utilities, cable industries or as a supplement to larger units.

The Grundopit is easy to use and highly portable, only weighing 440 lbs. Components include a two-part bore rig, patented drill stem plug in, 25 drill stems, bore head with angled steering surface, backreamer and swivel coupling, hose package, water tank and pump, and power pack. The complete unit can be transported in a standard pick up truck and operated by a minimal crew.

Ideal for:

  • Gas
  • Water
  • Sewer
  • Electrical
  • Phone/CATV
Part Number: PIT216000

Grundopit 40/60 Bore Rig
Length 3.67 ft
Width 1.56 ft
Height 1.20 ft
Weight (without drill stems) 440 lbs
Length of drill stem 2 ft
Diameter of drill stem 1.8 ft
Weight of drill stem 9.5 lbs
Diameter of bore head 2.1"
Thrust 13,200 lbs
Pull back 8,800 lbs
Torque 442 ft lbs
Thrust speed 606 ft / min
Backreaming-diameter 3" / 4" mm
Outer pipe-diameter >3"
Bore length >164 ft
Detection system 8 kHz / 33 kHz
Detection depth 9.8-13 ft


Hydraulic Power Pack
L x W x H 2.4 x 2.0 x 2.3 ft
Weight 200 lbs
Engine Honda
Oil tank 1.8 gal
Operating pressure 1,740/max 2143 psi
Fuel tank 1.7 gal
Engine output 13 hp


Water Tank
L x W x H 2.5 x 1.3 x 2.6 ft
Tank Capacity 200 gal
Water pressure 857 psi

 


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