Geotechnical Rig Update - MCT450P
Legion Drillings new Geotechnical rig looking right at home in the vastness of the South Australian outback
Comacchio MCT450P Truck-Mounted Geotechnical Drilling Rig | Legion Drilling
Legion Drilling operates a high-performance Comacchio MCT450P truck-mounted geotechnical drilling rig, purpose-built for efficient and deep diamond core drilling across Australia. This versatile rig delivers excellent mobility, fast setup times, and strong depth capacity, making it a popular choice for projects where borehole locations are easily accessible by road.
Key Capabilities
The MCT450P is capable of deep HQ and NQ diamond core drilling as well as mud rotary drilling. Legion Drilling’s geotechnical teams have already successfully completed HQ core holes to depths exceeding 230 metres, with the rig rated for reliable performance well into the 250-metre range.
This significantly extends Legion Drilling’s geotechnical drilling capacity beyond the sub-100-metre depths typically targeted by many crawler-mounted rigs in our fleet.
Advantages of the Truck-Mounted Configuration
While Legion Drilling maintains a strong fleet of crawler-mounted rigs for limited-access and difficult terrain sites, the MCT450P offers clear advantages on more accessible locations:
Faster mobilisation and rig-up times
Greater daily productivity
Reduced logistical requirements compared to tracked machines
Excellent mobility between borehole locations on the same site or across multiple sites
This makes the MCT450P an efficient and cost-effective solution for many infrastructure, mining, and development projects.
Fully Equipped for Professional Geotechnical Work
The rig is fully outfitted with:
Automatic SPT hammer for standard penetration testing
Mine-compliant safety systems and accessories
High-capacity Bean pump for reliable fluid circulation during drilling
These features ensure the MCT450P can safely and effectively deliver high-quality geotechnical data in demanding project environments.
Reliable Deep Geotechnical Drilling with Legion Drilling
The Comacchio MCT450P strengthens Legion Drilling’s ability to deliver deep, high-quality geotechnical investigations efficiently and safely. Combined with our experienced operators and commitment to high standards, it provides clients with a dependable option for projects requiring greater depth capacity and strong production rates.
Need deep geotechnical drilling or diamond core drilling for your next project?
Contact Legion Drilling to discuss how our Comacchio MCT450P and broader geotechnical fleet can support your investigation requirements.
