Utility Power Pole Drill (with down the hammer)
Features & Benefits
America West's truck-mounted power pole drill is a much preferred and cost-effective method for drilling large diameter power pole holes. The combination of our Missile LXQ down the hole hammer and our efficient bit design makes this the ideal package for drilling large diameter holes suited to the Utility industry.
Available hole sizes: 12”, 14”, 18”, 20”, 22”, and 24”
Available hole sizes: 12”, 14”, 18”, 20”, 22”, and 24”
- Air Consumption - 804 scfm at 100 psi and 1028 scfm at 125 psi.
- Oil/Lubrication - 2 Pints per 100 cfm per hour / measured up to 1000 cfm.
- Rotation Speed/Torque on Head - 10 to 20 RPM.
- Drilling Depth - 84" Standard; custom extension rods available for other depths.



Technical Specifications | |||||
Description | Outer Diameter | Overall Length | Minimum Hole Size | Maximum Hole Size | Overall Weight |
Percussive pole drill with air swivel and 2 5/8" hex drive | 11.21" | 118' | 12.25' | 24" | 2243 lbs. |
16.75" accelerator shroud for hole diameters greater than 17.25" | 16.75" | 73.23" | 17.25" | 24" | 1080 lbs. |
20" accelerator shroud for hole diameters greater than 20.50" | 20" | 73.23" | 20.5" | 24" | 1790 lbs. |
22" accelerator shroud for hole diameters greater than 22.50" | 22" | 73.23" | 22.5" | 24" | 2337 lbs. |
Extension rod 72" | 9.92" | 82.12" | 1051 lbs. | ||
Air control, lubricator, and liquid injection support module | 580 lbs. | ||||
Sustainability kit QL 120 hammer | Valve Assembly, O-Ring Check Valve, Bearing Retaining Ring, and O-Rings |
Air Consumption Chart | ||||||
PSI | 100 | 150 | 200 | 250 | 300 | 350 |
CFM | 750 | 1,125 | 1,675 | 1,925 | 2,475 | 2,960 |

Power Pole Drill Set | ||
Component Part | ||
Item # | Description | Quantity |
1 | Swivel and Shock Absorber | 1 |
2 | Shroud | 1 |
2-1 | Locking Pin | 2 |
2-2 | Locking Bolt | 4 |
3 | 12" Hammer with QL120 Shank | 1 |
4 | 22" Bit for QL120 Shank | 1 |
4-1 | QL120 Foot Valve | 1 |


Air Swivel with Cushion Device | ||
Component Part | ||
Item # | Description | Quantity |
1 | Tube | 1 |
2 | V-Packing Bushing 01 (1 ea) | 2 |
3 | V-Packing (3 ea) | 4 |
4 | V-Packing Bushing 02 (1 ea) | 2 |
5 | V-Packing Bushing 03 (1 ea) | 1 |
6 | V-Packing Bushing 04 | 1 |
7 | Snap Ring | 1 |
8 | Bearing | 1 |
8-1 | Bearing | 1 |
9 | Oil Seal | 1 |
10 | Oil Seal | 1 |
11 | Flange 01 | 1 |
12 | Flange 02 | 1 |
13 | Hexagon Head Bolt (12 ea) | 2 |
14 | Cushion Device | 1 |
15 | Locking Pin | 2 |
16 | Locking Bolt | 4 |
17 | Cushion Packing (urethane) | 1 |
18 | API 6 5/8" REG Female Joint | 1 |

Application | Connection | Excavator |
Anchor | H-250 | 11T-17T |
Accessories
- Universal Mounting Plate for Skid-Skeer
- Long Reach Universal Mount for Skid-Skeer
- TruLink Class 1 4" Monitor
- TruLink Class 1 8" Monitor
- Link Arm 45mm
- Pin Assembly 45mm

RS-12 / Single Speed - Specifications
Total Unit Weight | 546 lbs. |
Hydraulic Motor Information | |
Displacement | 23.9 cu/in |
Motor Type | Single Speed Bi-Directional |
Motor Output Shaft | 1 1/2" Spline 17T |
Motor Mount | SAE - C 4 Bolt |
Motor Ports | 1 1/16" 12 O-Ring |
Cross-Over Pressure Relief | Set @ 3100 psi |
Planetary Gearbox Information | |
Gearbox Type | Planetary Two Stage |
Reduction Ratio | 17.39:1 |
Output Shaft | 2 1/2" Hex |
Oil Capacity | 1.7 Gallons |
Oil Type | SAE 80W90 GL-5 |
Shaft Pull Out (lbs.) | 22,500 lbs. |
NOTE: Revolution Drive units are not recommended for DTH and will not be covered under warranty for damage due to down-the-hole drilling. |
Reference Torque Chart | |
Pressure (psi) | Torque (ft/lbs) |
1600 | 6941 |
1800 | 7808 |
2000 | 8677 |
2200 | 9544 |
2400 | 10,411 |
2600 | 11,280 |
2800 | 12,147 |
3000 | 13,014 |
Reference Speed Chart | |
Flow (gpm) | Speed (rpm) |
15 | 7 |
20 | 9 |
25 | 11 |
30 | 13 |
35 | 15 |
40 | 18 |
Output speed and torque specifications are NOT listed at 100% efficiency. Maximum efficiencies have been applied to the torque and speed charts according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Speed and torque output are dependent on the overall system efficiencies associated with the prime mover's hydraulic system. When the purchaser is determining criteria for specific applications, please contact the manufacturer. The manufacturer has made every attempt to present accurate and suitable information. This web page should be used for information and comparative purposes only. When application-specific information is required, please contact the manufacturer.
Power Pole Drill
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Pneumatic Oiler
(Recommended for use with Power Pole Drill)
Maximum Operating Pressure:
Manifold needs to be mounted at lubricator bracket level or lower.
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- 7 and 12 gallon - 600 psi
- 17 and 33 gallon - 1,000 psi
- 7 gallon - 600 psi
- 12 gallon - 600 psi
- 17 gallon - 1,000 psi
- 33 gallon - 1,000 psi
- Easy to remove cap
- No moving parts
- No pumps
- No wiring
- Venturi style
- Infinite flow control with needle valve
- Manifold can be removed from tank and mounted remotely
- Sight glass
- Pressure vessel (A.S.M.E. Code Stamped)
- 2" or 3" manifold
- Fill while you drill
- Fits any drill rig
Manifold needs to be mounted at lubricator bracket level or lower.
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