MHD5 Hydraulic Drifter
Equivalent to Sandvik HLX5 Hydraulic Drifter
The MHD5 is a trusted choice for face, bolt, and long-hole drilling in demanding mining conditions. Its compact, robust design ensures high penetration rates, energy efficiency, and easy maintenance. Widely used in Australia, South Africa, and Canada, it’s valued for durability, consistent performance, and low operating costs—making it a preferred solution for mines worldwide.
Technical Specifications:
| Weight : | 210 kg |
| Drilling Hole Diameter : | 43 -64 mm |
| Reaming Hole Diameter : | 76 -127 mm |
| Power Class: | 20 kW |
| Percussion Rate : | 67 Hz |
| Operating pressure Percussion Rotation (max.) : | 120 – 220 Bar 175 Bar |
| Offspring: | 45mm / T38 / R32 / T35 / R38 / T45 |
| Rotation Motor Type: | WHO 80, WHO 125 or WHO 160 |
| Drilling Steels: | R32, R39 or Hex 35 mm drift rods, MF rods highly recommended |
Key Features
- Widely recognized as one of the most popular hydraulic rock drills in the world.
- Designed for face, bolt and long hole drilling
- Features a compact, robust and reliable design
- Offers high energy efficiency and fast penetration rates
- Modular construction and visual wear indicators for superior serviceability
- Equipped with continuous stem lubrication and a smoke reduction design
- Parts interchangeable with Sandvik HLX5 Hydraulic Drifter
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FAQ’s
The MHD5 hydraulic drifter typically drills hole diameters of approximately 43–64 mm, depending on the drill bit and rock conditions. It is commonly used for underground face drilling, rock bolting, drifting, and long-hole drilling in mining and tunneling operations, as well as quarry production drilling in medium to hard rock formations.
Email: salessupport@mindrill.com
Email: salessupport@mindrill.com
Yes. The MHD5 is designed as a compatible alternative to HLX5-type drifters, allowing easy replacement with minimal rig modification while maintaining reliable drilling performance.
Yes. The Mindrill MHD5 hydraulic drifter is built to OEM-grade standards, allowing parts to be interchangeable with Sandvik HLX5 drifter spares.
The MHD5 hydraulic drifter delivers precise and controlled drilling, making it well suited for roof bolting, rock reinforcement, and face drilling operations.
The MHD5 typically supports HLX5-type shank adapters and compatible drill steels, ensuring flexibility with commonly used underground drilling tools.
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