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Blast Hole Drill Rigs
Production-ready rigs, available for wet or dry hire, across the Goldfields and WA.
Overview
ASD’s blast hole fleet is built for production drilling and blasting on open pit mining and quarrying projects, with hole sizes from 76mm through to 180mm depending on the rig. Every machine is maintained by our in-house team to mine specification, and available for both wet hire (with our experienced operators) and dry hire.
D9C / F9C Crawler Surface Rig
The ROC F9 crawler delivers powerful top hammer capability at 127mm, paired with a fuel-efficient diesel engine. It’s available in single or folding boom configurations, making it a versatile choice for quarrying and construction-scale blast hole work as well as open pit production.
Hole size | 89mm – 127mm |
Rock drill | COP 2560 (25 kW) |
Drill steel | T51 |
Compressor | Single stage, 450 cfm |
Engine | Caterpillar C9 turbocharged diesel, 224 kW |
Fuel capacity | 400 litres |
Weight | 16,200 kg |
Cab | Closed, pressurised, air-conditioned with fire suppression |
ROC L7 (40) Drill Rig
The ROC L7 is our high-productivity option for large-scale operations and quarries that need consistent output in demanding ground. It’s an economical alternative to larger production rigs without giving up capability.
Hole size | 105mm – 180mm |
Rock drill | Hydraulic 4050 |
Compressor | Atlas Copco C146-M07 screw type, 540 cfm |
Engine | Caterpillar C13 turbocharged diesel, 328 kW at 2,000 rpm |
Fuel capacity | 760 litres |
Weight | 22,600 kg |
Cab | Closed, pressurised, air-conditioned with fire suppression |
Why Choose Our Blast Hole Fleet
- Hole sizes from 76mm to 180mm across the fleet, covering everything from tight production patterns to large-scale quarry work
- Closed, pressurised, air-conditioned cabs with fire suppression fitted as standard, for operator safety and comfort in Goldfields conditions
- Backed by ASD's in-house maintenance team and 24/7 mechanical field support, so hired rigs stay working, not waiting
- Available wet hire, with our experienced and competency-assessed operators, or dry hire for your own crew
- Every rig operated to a daily pre-start and Daily Drilling Log standard, so hole-by-hole data is accurate and auditable
Get in Touch
- 7 Percy Rd West, Kalgoorlie WA 6430