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KD 12 Drilling Rig

KD 12 DRILLING RIG

When you’re drilling shallow water wells, you don’t need overcomplicated systems or fragile components — you need a rig that shows up every day, works hard, and doesn’t slow you down.

The KD-12 Drilling Rig was designed and manufactured by King Oil Tools with these goals in mind: reliable performance, straightforward operation, and serviceability you can count on in the field.

This is a purpose-built shallow water well drilling rig that balances power, control, and simplicity — without unnecessary complexity.

The KD-12 is engineered for contractors who want:

    • A compact footprint without sacrificing capability
    • Smooth, controlled drilling with reliable pulldown and pullback
    • Easy maintenance and service access
    • Components chosen for durability, not shortcuts

From the mast to the control panel, every part of the KD-12 reflects King Oil Tools’ hands-on experience supporting rigs in the field.

STANDARD FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS 

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Drilling Rig Guide

TRUCK

  • Chassis: Ford F-600

  • Engine: 6.7L Power Stroke Diesel

  • Horsepower: 330 HP

  • Transmission: TorqShift 10-Speed Automatic

RIG DIMENSIONS

  • Overall Length: 29 ft

  • Road Height: 9 ft 10 in

  • Road Width: 106 in

  • Drill Height: 33 ft

  • Operating Weight: 22,620 lbs

MAST / PULLDOWN / HOLDBACK

  • Pullback Capacity: 12,000 lbs

  • Pulldown Capacity: 8,000 lbs

  • Tophead Travel Speed: 125 FPM

  • Tophead Travel Length: 22 ft

TOPHEAD TORQUE & SPEED

Motor Option 1

  • Speed: 90 / 180 RPM

  • Torque: 2,200 / 1,100 ft-lbs

Motor Option 2

  • Speed: 75 / 150 RPM

  • Torque: 2,800 / 1,400 ft-lbs

  • Watercourse: 2 in

MAIN WINCH

  • Wire Line Size: 3/8 in

  • Hydraulic Flow / Pressure: 40 GPM / 1,000 PSI

LINE PERFORMANCE

  • 1st Layer:

    • Line Speed: 180 FPM

    • Line Pull: 7,200 lbs

  • 2nd Layer:

    • Line Speed: 200 FPM

    • Line Pull: 6,500 lbs

ROD HANDLING

  • Configuration: Dual 8-Pod Carousels

  • Drill Pipe Length: 20 ft

  • Total Capacity: 16 Pods (320 ft)

  • Drive Type: Hydraulic

SLIDING TABLE

  • Load Capacity: 12,000 lbs

  • Hydraulic Slide: 4 in

  • Gate Type: Swing-Open

  • Opening:

    • 10 in (no bushing)

    • 12-1/2 in (table slide back)

  • Holding Fork: Air Operated

CONTROLS

  • Control Location: Rear Curb Side

  • Control Type: Hydraulic

  • Gauges: Analog Hydraulic Gauges

STABLIZERS

  • Quantity: (4)

  • Stroke: 18 in

  • Control: Independent

MUD PUMP

  • Type: Centrifugal

  • Size: 4 in × 3 in × 13 in (Short Body)

  • Speed Range: 1,000 – 2,400 RPM

AUXILIARY PIPING

  • Air Connection: 2-1/2 in

  • Mud Connection: 2-1/2 in

  • Air Valve: On / Off

OPTIONAL AIR COMPRESSOR

  • Output: 185 CFM

  • Pressure: 100 / 150 PSI

  • Mounting: Underdeck

  • Drive: Hydraulic

  • Duty Cycle: 100%

  • Filtration: Dual-Stage Air Inlet Filter

  • Cooling: Air-to-Oil Heat Exchanger

  • Protection: Integrated Safety Shutdown

OTHER OPTIONS

  • Radio Controlled Setup Valve for Jacks and Mast Raising

  • Toolboxes
  • Ford Power Pro Option for AC120V Power
  • Off Board Hydraulics
  • Swinging Jib Boom

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