RD20/RD20XC/APL

Drill Rigs
Oil and Gas Drilling

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The Industry
Standard
Approximately 300 RD20’s operating worldwide have earned
a reputation for reliability, strength and drilling performance.
The RD20 XC is based on the Epiroc RD20, the most
successful shallow oil and gas rig in the 120,000 lb
(53 metric tonnes) class.

The RD20 is highly mobile, rapid to rig up and flexible enough to adapt to almost
any location requirements. The patented, carriage feed system and detached table
design provide exceptional performance and economy, as well as the structural
strength to handle the toughest drilling conditions. The RD20’s 755 HP (563 kW)
deck engine provides the hydraulic power and on board, high pressure air to
achieve top performance.

The RD20 is a compact, hydraulic top drive rig that can reduce operating costs
whether it’s drilling presets or drilling oil, gas and CBM wells to TD.

The RD20 XC is a new configuration of the RD20 designed with extra capabilities
to meet the more demanding requirements of today’s shallow oil and gas drilling
applications.

Automatic Pipe Loader

Designed exclusively for the RD20 or RD20 XC, Automatic Pipe
Loader (APL) is a reliable, hands-free pipe-and-casing handling
system that has a major impact on enhancing efficiency, safety
and performance during the drilling process. APL is a skid-
mounted load that is simple to mobilize and rig up. A wireless
con-trol module and hands-free operation reduce manual labor,
enhance efficiency and reduce pipe-handling time and cost.

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Powerful Feed System
The patented carriage feed system is the
heart of the RD20. It delivers a full 110,000 lbf.
(489 kN) of pullback to the RD20II and 120,000
lbf. (533 kN) to the RD20III. This system
delivers rapid feed speeds as well as precise
weight and speed control. You’ll benefit from
optimal mechanical efficiency not available
with competitive machines. The derrick
eliminates compressive loads on the upper
derrick, even at full pullback.

Superior Pipe Handling

One of the primary advantages of the RD20
is its simplicity and effectiveness handling
drill pipe. The whole process of changing or
adding drill pipe with the RD20 normally takes
between 45 and 60 seconds. This is much
quicker than handling drill pipe on a conven-
tional drill rig. The RD20 uses either a standard
2-pod loader or an optional 7-pipe carousel.
During the drilling process, either the carousel
or loader can be loaded continuously from the
pipe tubs or trailers behind the drill rig using
the dedicated pipe handling hoist and jib boom.
To change drill pipe, the RD20 uses a square
chuck, which is set into a recessed opening
in the master bushing. This not only holds the
drill string in the table, but acts as a back up
wrench to prevent the drill string from turning
during makeup and breakout.

Tough Mobile Carrier

Mobility is another key advantage of the
RD20, a completely self contained drilling
rig mounted on a 10 X 6 tridem carrier. The
separate 425-hp engine and drive train move
the rig down the road at standard highway
speeds while providing ample power for off
the road maneuverability. A Jake brake and
no spin rear axles further enhance off road
control and mobility. This ability to get to the
job ready to work reduces set up time and
costs.

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 Innovation and proven technology
The RD20 and RD20XC are adaptable to rig up on the ground or on a wide range
of float or substructure configurations. The pipe handling system can be adapted to
a pipe trailer, tubs, v-door or automated pipe loader.

+ Top drive with elevator links (XC only)

A mounting assembly for the links is secured to the top-drive case. Rated for
120,000 lb (54 tonnes) — plus a safety factor — this design enables the links
to tip in/out to handle pipe, collars and casing. Cylinders are attached to the
mounting assembly and each link to tip the links out from hole center and back.
The spindle sub includes a fl oating sub and saver sub. The hydraulic elevators
open/close and lock with cylinders mounted on the elevators. A dual-caliper
spindle brake is available for directional drilling. Virtually hands free pipe
handling is easy, whether from a trailer, tubs, v-door or automated pipe loader.

+ High torque table and wrenches (XC only)

The RD20XC table assembly has been lowered 12 in (305 mm) to make
additional working space for the elevator system and breakout wrenches.
The table has a 26 in (660 mm) available opening and is fitted with a 17 1/2 in
(455 mm) API split master bushings. This table assembly is a strong, solid
base that is supported on all sides to handle tough drilling loads.
Additionally, the dual breakout/make up wrenches can handle
up to 50,000 ft-lbs of torque.

+ Air/mud piping (XC only)

The RD20XC mud piping has been redesigned to accommodate higher
pressures. The air manifold is set up to handle auxiliary compressors and a
booster system. The main air valve and blow-down valve are actuated from
the driller’s console. Connections for water injection and DHD lubricator are
included. The mud piping is set up for a wide range of oil fi eld mud systems.
It includes a manual gate valve, a connection and valve for a mixer line, and
a heavy-duty mud gauge. Air and mud connections are at the side of the
deck for easy access.

+ The RD20 XC is available with a directional-drilling

brake system. (XC only)
This enables the operator to lock the top drive spindle in any position for the
full 360° of rotation. The locking mechanism consists of a dual-caliper and
disc system attached to the spindle and mounted just below the top-drive
case. The system is activated from the console and can be feathered to fine
tune a specific directional position. The directional-drilling brake system is
rated to hold up to 8,000 lbf-ft of rotational torque. This is a very effective,
rugged system that is easy to operate and maintain.

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 Features & Benefits

The patented carriage feed system delivers a

full 110,000 lb (50,000 kg) or 120,000 (54,500
kg) of pullback (depending on the model)
while providing rapid feed speeds as well as
precise weight and speed control.

The tough, mobile, 8 x 4 or 10 x 6 carrier,

depending on model, is completely self
contained.

A 425 HP engine and drive train move the rig

down the road at standard highway speeds
while providing ample power for off road
maneuverability.

The RD20 handles a wide range of drilling

applications, including 3 in(76 mm), 1,500
or 3,000 psi circulation piping.

The RD20 handles Range II or Range III

(depending on the model) casing with ease.

RD20 II and RD20 III handles ”RD20” style

external flush drill pipe: 4 ½ in OD x 30 ft
length

RD20 XC handles oilfield external upset

”Bottleneck” drill pipe: 2 7/8 in to 4 ½ in OD,
Range 2 lengths

Epiroc Service
Agreements
Epiroc provides several types of service agreements to meet
operational requirements and to secure your productivity.
Variable price repairs–Service when you need it
Fixed price repairs–Service with controlled cost
Equipment Audit–Scheduled equipment quality control
Preventive Maintenance Programs–Peace of mind and focus
on core business

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 Technical specifications
RD20 II
Carrier Options RD20 II
Custom tandem chassis built to Epiroc specifications Collar-handling package
Wheelbase 226 in 5.7 m Drill pipe carousel
GVWR 86,000 lb 39,010 kg Water injection
Hydraulic table levelling jacks
Powerpack Standard Tier 4F Caterpillar 755 HP/522 kW @ 1800 rpm Compressor disconnect
Export: Cummins QSK-19C engine, 756 hp/522 kW at 1800 rpm, IR HR2.5 over/under screw air end 1250/350 at 1800 rp, Mud manifold
engine silencer
DHD lube

Derrick Dimensions CAT C27 800 hp Deck Engine

Custom tandem chassis built to Epiroc specifications

LxWxD 51 ft x 1 1/2 in x 48 1/2 in x 41 in 15.6 m x 1.2 m x 1.0 m

Feed system
Pullback 110,000 lbf 489 kN
Pulldown 30,000 lbf 60.5 kN
Drill Feed Rate 22 ft/min 6.7 m/min
Fast Feed Up (regen on) 141 ft/min 42.9 m/min
Fast Feed Down 176 ft/min 53.6 m/min

Rotary Head
4SF-2-12 spur gear head, 0-120 RPM, 8,000 ft-lbf torque, Piping: 3 in (76 mm) circulation rated at 1,500 psi working pressure

Jib Boom & Hoist

Lifting capacity, bare drum 4,000 lb 1,814 kg
Line Speed, bare drum 100 ft/min 30.5 m/min

Casing Hoist
Lifting capacity, maximum 4,000 lb 1,814 kg
Line Speed, maximum 60 ft/min 18.3 m/min

RD20 III
Options RD20 III
Carrier
Collar-handling package
Custom tandem chassis built to Epiroc specifications
Drill pipe carousel
Wheelbase 281 in 7.1 m
Water injection
GVWR 113,000 lb 51,364 kg
Hydraulic table levelling jacks
Compressor disconnect
Powerpack
Mud manifold
Cummins QSK-19C engine, 756 hp/522 kW at 1800 rpm, IR HR2.5 over/under screw air end 1250/350 at 1800 rp, engine silencer
DHD lube

Derrick Dimensions CE MARK/ATEX Certification on

the drilling apparatus
Custom tandem chassis built to Epiroc specifications
LxWxD 61 ft x 11 1/2 in x 48 1/2 in 18.9 m x 1.2 m x 1.0 m

Feed system
Pullback 120,000 lbf 489 kN
Pulldown 30,000 lbf 60.5 kN
Drill Feed Rate 29 ft/min 8.8 m/min
Fast Feed Up (regen on) 106 ft/min 32.3 m/min
Fast Feed Down 180 ft/min 54.9 m/min

Rotary Head
4SF-2-12 spur gear head, 0-120 RPM, 8,000 ft-lbf torque, Piping: 3 in (76 mm) circulation rated at 1,500 psi working pressure

Jib Boom & Hoist

Lifting capacity, bare drum 4,000 lb 1,814 kg
Line Speed, bare drum 225 ft/min 68.5 m/min

Casing Hoist
Lifting capacity, maximum 7,500 lb 3,402 kg
Line Speed, maximum 106 ft/min 18.3 m/min

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Technical specifications
RD20 XC
Rig performance
Hookload 120,000 lb 54.4 tonnes
Pulldown 30,000 lbf 13,636 kg
Fast feed up 106 ft/min 32.3 m/min
Fast feed down 180 ft/min 54.9 m/min
Drill feed 29 ft/min 8.8 m/min
Torque 8,000 lbf-ft 10.8 kNm
Speed 0-120 RPM 0-120 RPM
Spindle 3 in 76.2 mm
Swivel Type 5 in / 6 5/8 FH box 127 mm / 6 5/8 FH box
Opening 2 ½ in 63.5 mm

Carrier
Twin H-beam main frame - reinforced 16 in 406.4 mm
5-axle, custom carrier 425 hp 317 kW diesel engine
8-speed transmission Manual with lo - lo and reverse
Tridem rear axles with lockers 23,000 lb each 10,433 kg each
Tandem front steering axles 22,000 lb each 9,979 kg each

Derrick
Length 61 ft 11 ½ in 18.88 m
Width 4 8 1/2 in 1.23 m
Depth 41 in 1.04 m
Top of table to spindle 51 ft 6 in 5.7 m
Table to ground (rig sitting on tires) 44 in 1,118 mm
Width (including catwalks and stairways) 22 ft 4 in 6.81 m
Table to ground (jacks fully extended) 92” 92 in 2,337 mm

Rig Dimensions
Height derrick down 13 ft 10 in 4.22 m
Height derrick up 62 ft 6 in 19.05 m
Width 8 ft 4 in 2.54 m
Shipping weight (less tooling) 88,000 lb 40,000 kg

RD20 XC Unique Specifications, Tip Out Links

Forged steel 150 ton 136 tonnes
Length 60 in 1,524 mm
Tip out hydraulic cylinder on each link
Angle 0-90° from vertical
Control Driller’s console

Table & Master Bushing

Type folding with twin hydraulic jacks
Max opening 26 in 660 mm
API split master bushing 17 ½ in 445 mm
Capacity 60 ton 54.4 tonnes

High Torque Make Up & Break Out Wrench

petol chain wrenches hydraulic cylinder actuated flip-over
Forged steel
wrench heads
Wrench Torque 50,000 lbf-ft 67.8 kNm
Adjustable size range 3 to 8 ¼ in 76-210 mm
Height adj. BO 13 in 330 mm
Height adj. MU 13 in 330 mm
Control Driller’s console

Circulation Manifold-Fluid (XC Model)

Capacity 3,000 psi 206.8 bar
Diameter 3 in 76.2 mm
Main valve Hydraulically actuated
Mixer line Manually actuated
Pressure gauge in line Air/Mud hose 3 in 76.2 mm
Capacity 3,000 psi 206.8 bar

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Technical specifications
RD20 XC (cont.)
Circulation Manifold - Air
Capacity 1,500 psi 103.4 bar
Diameter 2 ½ in 63.5 mm
Main valve Hydraulically actuated
Blow down Electrically actuated
Isolation valve Manually actuated
Aux. comp. in 2 ½ in
To Booster 3 in
From Booster 2 ½ in
Air/Mud hose 3 in
Capacity 1,500 psi

Drill Pipe Elevators

Forged Steel 100 ton 90.7 tonnes
Size 2 7⁄ 8 - 5 in 73 - 127 mm
Actuation Hydraulic cylinders open/close & lock
Control Driller’s console

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