LF 160 Surface Coring Drill Rig

Our competitive positioning

Our competitive positioning is based on our innovative drill equipment with superior safety features (Automated LF160 Drill Rig & Freedom Loader) – Our LF 160 rig when paired with Freedom loader is a sophisticated surface drilling exploration rig that stipulate the highest safety standards, without compromising on productivity.

  • 100% HANDS-FREE ROD HANDLING

No intervention from the driller’s assistant is required to trip and align the rods or connect to the top drive head when operating the Freedom™ Rod Loader. All operations happen behind the control panel at the touch of a finger.

  • TILTING TOP DRIVE HEAD

The forward tilting head design simplifies the rod handling process and reduces the need for operator intervention and maintenance.

  • CLAMPING AND BREAKING DEVICE

A hydraulic breaking device means no wrench under power. Rod alignment device and centralizer included

  • VISUAL WIRELINE

The wireline winch and sheaves are located in the front of the mast, inside the rotation barrier, for improved visibility

  • DEPTH CAPACITY

With up to 1,800 meters of NQ capability, the LF160 can cover the majority of diamond coring needs

  • ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS (TIER 3 OR 4 ENGINE)

Offered with either a Tier 3 or 4 final engine to comply with emissions requirements in every country

  • CE CERTIFIED

The LF™160 is CE certified according to the latest EN16228 safety standards

Specification Metric U.S.
Diamond Core NQ™ / NRQ™ / NRQ™ W-Wall™
1,800 m
5,900 ft
Max Pull Back Force
170 kN
38,200 lbf
Maximum Rod Pull Length
6 m
20 ft
Engine (option), Tier 4 Final
Cummins QSB 6.7 Diesel Engine
Maximum Power @ 2300 RPM
194 kW
264 HP
Engine (option), High Altitude, Tier 3
DEUTZ TCD 2013 L06 4V Diesel Engine
Maximum Power @ 2000 RPM
227 kW
304 HP