Next Generation

Highly Productive Rack & Pinion pulls the machine back to its starting point on the track quickly - no dogging or winching

Mechanical Features

  • DEUTZ D914LO6 116 HP (86.5 kW) Tier III Diesel Engine
  • 600,000 lbs. (272 Tonnes) of Maximum Thrust
  • 5 Speed Constant Mesh Transmission
  • Maximum Output Torque: 107,257 ft-lbs. (145,450 Nm)
  • Working Range: 12 to 48 inch (305 to 1,219 mm) Casing Diameter

Next Generation Design Benefits

  • Increased ability to pull auger, steering rods, and push product
  • Increased visibility to the master pusher
  • Low Centerline and Wide Stance provide increased stability
  • Hydraulically assisted clutch is easier and more comfortable to operate
  • No Hook Rollers, machine locks safely to the track
  • Ergonomic operating button allows for feathering the rotation and slow turn of the shaft for easy auger installation
  • Emergency shutdown switch at the operator's station as well as a operator presence tethered switch. 
  • Vivid graphics guide safe and proper machine operation
  • Updated gauge system includes the improved engine tachometer, engine warning light, & hydraulic thrust pressure reading 
  • The Quik Split© frame design allows the machine to be separated into sections to accommodate lighter and fasters lifts into and out of the bore pit, and aids the operator in being able to facilitate better and safer machine positioning 

  • Technology Spotlight: Quik Tran®

    Features Quik Tran technology: What is Quik Tran? Quik Tran is the fast return system, made available exclusively from American Augers, as it provides up to 10,000 lbs. (4,536 kg) of push/pull at high speed, and there will be no dogging or winching during retract, as the Quik Tran system engages directly to the machine track. The benefit of Quik Tran will be easier and faster machine operation in challenging work climates or conditions.

         

     

     Accessories and Support

    American Augers supplies a full range of Product Tooling, including auger sections, dirt and rock cutting heads, or Accessories including hex adaptors, casing and saddle adapters, and various other components to compliment your auger boring product. Please also contact us for Parts Sales or Technical Support 

    For additional equipment, Please view Auger Boring Machines product offering

    84/96-1800 NG   72-1200 NG    60-1200 NG    48/54 900 NG    36-600 NG    36/42-440 NG    24/30 150   

    Vandalism Shield    Extension Track    Dutch Level   Casing Adapter   

    B-500   B-114    Product Tooling

    This page was last updated on Tue Jul 19, 2011.

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