The GTechDrill GT8-MAX is a powerful geotechnical drill rig designed for contractors who need strong torque, reliable push/pull capacity, and versatile drilling performance in the field. Built on a CAT 308 platform and equipped with a GT8 drill head, automatic SPT hammer, high-capacity winch package, and multiple pump systems, this unit is configured to support demanding geotechnical and coring applications.
Key Features
• High-performance GTechDrill GT8-MAX geotechnical drill rig
• Built on a CAT 308 platform
• Equipped with GT8 top drive drill head with open chuck for coring
• Strong torque and rotation speed combination for versatile drilling performance
• Linear bearing feed system for smooth feed operation
• Includes automatic SPT hammer, multiple winches, water tank, pump package, toolboxes, auger rack, and rod storage
Unit Specifications
• Year: 2022
• Engine: CAT C3.6 Stage 5, 134 hp
• Drill Head: GT8 top drive drill head with open chuck for coring
• Max Torque: 12,516 ft-lb
• Max Rotation Speed: 965 rpm
• Transmission: 2-speed Funk transmission with hydraulic shift
• Foot Clamp: 2-cylinder foot clamp with rod breaker, mast fixed
• GT Mast Push/Pull Capacity: 26,000 lbs
• Feed System: Linear bearing feed system
• Automatic SPT Hammer: 140 lb weight with 30″ cylinder stroke
• Wiggle Tail: 6″ total movement, 3″ right / 3″ left
• Slide Base: 16″ in/out slide base
• Mast Dump: 30″ mast dump with maneuverable coring stiff legs
• Water Tank: 100 gallons
• Controls: GT Drill hydraulic piloted controls
Winches & Pump Package
• Main Winch: 9,000 lb Braden main winch
• Tool Winch: 3,000 lb Braden tool winch
• Wireline Winch: High-capacity wireline winch with 600 ft of cable
• Recovery Winch: 20,000 lb track-mounted recovery winch
• Pump: Pratissoli KF-50M pump
• Moyno Pump: 3L8 Moyno pump assembly with 2-speed motor
CAT 308 Platform Specifications
• Leveling Jacks: Four 36″ leveling jacks
• Auger Rack
• Rod Storage Rack: 10 ft rod storage rack
Included Equipment / Storage
• One 24″ aluminum toolbox
• Two 48″ aluminum toolboxes
• Auger rack
• 10 ft rod storage rack
• 100-gallon water tank
Specifications are provided for general reference and may vary by unit configuration.
Interested in this GTechDrill GT8-MAX? Contact Rig Source at (630) 365-1649 to confirm current availability, rental options, purchase options, pricing, and configuration details.