Dando Drilling International

Dando Watertec 12.8

Providing water to communities throughout the world,
the strong, reliable Watertec 12.8 drilling rig has a
pullback capacity of 12,800kg and is able to operate
in some of the worlds harshest conditions. Ideal for a
wide range of customers including charities, NGOs,
government bodies, private contractors and anyone
looking to drill medium to deep water wells.

Dando Watertec 12.8

Drilling Rig Specification
Carrier Options

Heavy duty commercial 4x4 or 6x6 truck - Crawler mounted - Trailer mounted - Mounted
on customer own support vehicle/structure

Deck Engine

Standard fitting: 540 HP diesel engine (optional 250 HP for mud drilling applications
only)

Mast Dimensions

Working mast height using main

winch: 9140mm

Working mast using the rotary head: 7600mm

Mast Capacity

Pullback: 12800kgf

Pulldown: 7500kgf

Hook load (max):

12800kgf

Rotary Head
Performance

Standard

Rotation (max) 190rpm

Torque (max) 8850Nm

Other options available

Rotary head tilt and side shift

Drill Table and

Break Out System

As standard - Box type drill table with removable drill rod and casing guides. Break out
system is a double acting hydraulic cylinder with adjustable wrench.
Other options available

Standard
Compressor

Ingersoll Rand XHP 900 (900CFM/350psi.) Other options available

Main Winch (Other

options available)

Maximum single line pull: 7800kgf

Tool Handling Winch

Maximum single line pull: 2040kgf

Maximum speed: 40m/

minute

Mud Pump

Standard: Hydraulically driven

5-1/2 x 8 duplex mud pump

Maximum flow rate: (222gpm) 840 litres/minute

Foam Pump

Standard: Hydraulically driven

duplex pump

Maximum flow rate: 34 litres/minute

Inline Oil Lubricator

Fitted as standard and used when operating a DTH hammer

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic power circuit based on load sensing hydraulic pumps and proportional
control valves

Drillers Control Panel

Uncomplicated and user friendly with ergonomic layout

Rod Spin Safety

Guard

Various options available

Levelling Jacks

Two front and two rear jacks with individual locking valves

Lighting and
Electrical System

Rig is provided with mast and control panel lighting. Electrical system is 24 volt

Drilling Capacities*

31/2 (13.5kgs/m) drill rod = 948m

Drum capacity:
57m of 12mm wire
rope

Maximum discharge pressure: 338psi

Maximum discharge pressure: 750psi

41/2 (23kgs/m) drill rod = 556m

Optional Equipment

RC Drilling Conversion Kit - For reverse circulation drilling applications

Pipe Handling Boom Crane - For loading and unloading drill pipe and light
site work
Pipe Handler- For increased safety when loading drill pipes
Drill Pipe Rack - Mounted on carrier
Other options available on request

* Depths stated are theoretical and based on 100% capacity of the machine. Depths achieved will depend on
variables including ground conditions and capability of crew operating the machine.
Please note: All figures and claims made here are indicative and Dando Drilling International reserves the right to make
alterations to specification detail without notice. All images are for reference only and may not represent the exact
specification outlined in this document.

Dando Drilling International Limited

www.dando.co.uk
info@dando.co.uk
tel: +44 (0) 1903 731312
fax: +44 (0)1903 730305