Vermeer D20x22 S3 directional drill rental
A compact horizontal directional drill for utility and fiber bores. Vermeer lists 19,500 lb of thrust and pullback. We source this drill for your job rather than keep it on the yard: call or text with your dates and job ZIP and we confirm whether we can bring one in.
Vermeer D20x22 S3 directional drill
Compact horizontal directional drill for utility and fiber bores.
Rental rates
Call for availability and rental prices
We bring this unit in for your job. Tell us the dates and the job ZIP and we will confirm availability and a rate.
Specifications
| Thrust / pullback | 19,500 lb (86.7 kN) |
|---|---|
| Rotational torque | 2,250 ft-lb maximum spindle torque, low range (3,050.6 N·m) |
| Engine | Deutz TD2.9 diesel, 74 gross hp (Vermeer lists two emissions ratings) |
| Weight | 12,808 lb (5,809.6 kg) |
| Minimum bore diameter | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
Figures are Vermeer's published D20x22 S3 specifications. Vermeer offers two engine emissions ratings; we confirm the unit's engine when we quote.
Typical work
- Short-shot utility and fiber bores
- Conduit crossings under roads, drives and landscaping
- Service-line runs where open trenching is not practical

Add-on
Pulling cable or conduit? Add a reel trailer
The Stellar RR-185 self-loading reel trailer holds the reel for the pull and loads it hydraulically, so one person can change reels between pulls. Ask us to put it on the same quote as the drill.
Reel trailer rental rates: $75/day, $350/week, $800/month.
Questions before you rent
- Do you keep this drill on the yard?
- No — we source it for your job. Call or text (916) 907-8192 with your dates and job ZIP and we confirm availability before you commit.
- How does the D20x22 S3 compare with the Ditch Witch JT60?
- The D20x22 S3 is the compact drill (19,500 lb thrust and pullback per Vermeer). The Ditch Witch JT60 is the larger one (60,000 lb thrust and pullback per Ditch Witch). The directional drill rental page puts the two side by side.
- Can I pick it up, or is it delivered?
- Pickup or delivery is quoted per job. Call or text and tell us the job ZIP.
Pickup, delivery & hours
Pickup from 2104 Bishop Avenue, Suite 101, Live Oak, CA 95953. Open Monday–Saturday 9 AM – 4 PM; Sunday Closed.
We rent across Northern and Central California, including Redding. Delivery is quoted per job — call or text (916) 907-8192. Service area
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