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Mining, Drilling & Metal Processing › Sub-Category 01

Drilling Rigs
& Equipment
for African Industry

Complete turnkey drilling rigs — water bore-well, blast-hole, DTH, top-hammer and rotary-percussion — engineered for African geological conditions, water tables, mining depths and remote-site mobility. Crawler-mounted, truck-mounted and skid-mounted configurations from 100 m to 800+ m drilling depth.

100–800 m
Drilling Depth Range
5+
Rig Types Supplied
4–17.5"
Hole Diameter Range
Crawler/Truck
Mobility Options
Drilling Rig
Mobile · Heavy-Duty · Trained
425 HP DieselCAT / Cummins
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ISO 9001Quality certified
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35 m³/minOn-board compressor
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CIF DeliveryTo any African port
How It Works

The Drilling Workflow — Step by Step

From site survey to a fully-developed, tested borehole — a 6-stage drilling process delivering water-well, mining or geotechnical bore-holes engineered for African conditions.

Site Survey & Geological Study

Borehole location, geological strata assessment, water table depth, target diameter and final use determined

Rig Mobilisation & Setup

Crawler / truck / skid rig mobilised to site, jacks levelled, mast erected, compressor & mud pump positioned

Drilling — Air or Mud Circulation

DTH / rotary / top-hammer drilling with compressed-air or bentonite-mud circulation; cuttings continuously flushed

Casing & Borehole Construction

PVC / steel casing pipes lowered, gravel-pack & bentonite seal installed, well-screen positioned at aquifer

Development & Testing

Compressor / pump development, yield test, water quality sampling, drawdown & recovery testing

Handover & Operator Training

Documentation, well-completion report, operator training, AMC & spare-parts contract

Why Vezora

Why African Drillers Choose Vezora

From deep African geological expertise to single-source turnkey delivery — six reasons our clients keep coming back.

Deep African Mining Experience

50+ rigs delivered across Zambia, Kenya, Ghana, Tanzania and more — our engineers understand African geological conditions, water tables and remote-site drilling challenges first-hand.

Single-Source Turnkey Delivery

Complete package: rig, drill string, accessories, CIF freight, site commissioning and operator training from one supplier — no coordination between multiple vendors.

Indian Quality at Competitive Prices

ISO 9001 manufacturing, CE-marked equipment, API drill-string compliance — at Indian manufacturing costs 30–50% below European and Chinese equivalents.

Critical Spares & AMC Programmes

Comprehensive spare-parts kits shipped with every rig, plus Annual Maintenance Contracts with Vezora service teams based across Africa for fast on-site support.

Engineered to Site Geology & Ore Body

Every rig is specified for your exact project — geology report, target depth, hole diameter, formation hardness and groundwater conditions all inform the final rig selection.

Operator & Maintenance Training

Factory training for operators and mechanics before despatch, plus on-site training during commissioning — your team is fully competent and productive from day one.

Technical Overview

Rig Specifications & Engineering Details

What's Included in a Vezora Drilling Rig Package

Our turnkey drilling rig package covers the complete drilling system — rig with mast and rotary head, on-board compressor or mud pump, drill rods, drilling tools (DTH hammer, bits, drag tools), casing pipes and complete operating tool kit.

Equipment is pre-assembled, performance-tested and inspected at our partner facility before container shipment to Africa, where our engineers handle commissioning, on-site drilling demonstration and operator training.

  • 🚜Crawler / truck / skid-mounted base
  • 📐Telescopic / fixed mast (8–18 m)
  • ⚙️Rotary head & chain pull-down
  • 💨Diesel-driven air compressor (12–35 m³/min)
  • 💧Mud pump (350–650 LPM)
  • 🪛DTH hammer + drill bits (3.5"–17.5")
  • 📏Drill rods, subs & deck wrenches
  • 🔧On-board hydraulics & control panel
⚙️Mechanical Specifications
Drilling Depth Range100 – 800+ m
Hole Diameter Range4" – 17.5"
Drill Rod Size2-3/8" / 3-1/2" / 4-1/2"
Pull-Down Force2 – 18 ton
Rotation Torque2,500 – 18,000 Nm
Power & Utility Requirements
Diesel Engine75 – 425 HP (CAT / Cummins / Kirloskar)
On-Board Compressor12–35 m³/min @ 25 bar
Mud Pump350–650 LPM @ 70 bar
Hydraulic SystemClosed-loop, 250 bar
Generator CompatibleSelf-contained — no external power
🏗️Transport & Site Requirements
Transport Dimensions8.5 × 2.5 × 3.2 m (truck-mounted)
Operating Weight8 – 28 tons (rig dependent)
Site Footprint6 × 8 m operating area
Drawings & ManualsIncluded in package
Key Features & African-Market Benefits

Why Vezora Drilling Rigs Outperform in Africa

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Designed for African Geology

Granite, limestone, sandstone, basalt, weathered & fractured rock — our rigs are specified for the harder African geology, not soft European sediments. Tested in Zambia, Kenya, Ghana & Tanzania.

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Multi-Mobility Options

Crawler-mounted for remote off-road sites, truck-mounted for fast-mobilisation projects, skid-mounted for fixed installations — choose what suits your project mobility & transport infrastructure.

High Pull-Down & Torque

Heavy-duty pull-down (up to 18 ton) and high rotation torque (up to 18,000 Nm) handle hard-rock conditions where smaller rigs stall. More productive metres per shift.

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On-Board Compressor & Mud Pump

Self-contained — no external compressor truck needed. On-board diesel compressor (up to 35 m³/min @ 25 bar) plus mud pump option for switching between air & mud drilling on the same hole.

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Multi-Method Drilling Capability

Switch between DTH, rotary-percussion, top-hammer and mud rotary on the same rig — adapt to changing geological strata in a single borehole.

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Simple Maintenance & Local Spares

Standardised wear parts (DTH hammer pistons, bits, rod threads, hydraulic seals) stocked locally through Vezora Spare Parts. AMC & on-site service teams across Africa.

Rig Range & Drilling Capacities

Choose the Right Drilling Rig for Your Application

Depth Range Rig Type Engine Power Footprint Best For Tag
100–150 mCompact Water Bore Rig75–100 HP6×4 mVillage water bore-wellsEntry
200–250 mMid-Range Bore Rig150–200 HP7×4 mCommercial water bore-wellsStarter
300–400 mHeavy-Duty Bore / Mining Rig250–300 HP8×5 mIndustrial bore + shallow miningPopular
400–600 mDeep Water / Blast-Hole Rig300–425 HP9×6 mDeep aquifer + production blastingPopular
DTH HammerProduction Drilling Rig350–425 HP9×6 mQuarry & mining productionIndustrial
600–800+ mMega Deep-Hole Rig425+ HP10×6 mMining exploration, deep wellsEnterprise

* Specifications are indicative. Final depth/diameter capability depends on geological conditions, drill-rod size selected and end-use application.

Applications & Drilling Methods

Vezora drilling rigs adapt to multiple methods and applications — switch between water-well drilling, blast-hole production, mineral exploration and geotechnical investigation on the same equipment.

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Water Bore-Well Drilling

Village, agricultural, municipal & industrial water-supply boreholes, 100 m–600 m depth.

WaterBore-Wells
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Blast-Hole Drilling

Production blast-holes for open-pit mining & quarrying — 4"–6.5" diameter.

MiningProduction Blasting
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Mineral Exploration

Reverse-circulation (RC) and rotary exploration drilling for sampling & resource definition.

ExplorationSampling
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Geotechnical & Foundation

Soil investigation, foundation piling, micropiles & rock-anchor installation for civil works.

GeotechCivil & Foundation
Special Purpose

Geothermal heat-exchange, dewatering wells, environmental monitoring boreholes.

SpecialCustom Application
Applications & Industries

Who Uses Our Drilling Rigs?

From municipal water utilities to mining majors, exploration companies and water-bore contractors — Vezora drilling rigs serve every African drilling sector.

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Water Utility & Municipalities Municipal water-supply bore-wells, urban & rural water programmes, government water-augmentation projects across all 54 African countries.
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Mining Majors & Juniors Production blast-hole drilling, exploration drilling, dewatering wells & site-investigation boreholes for copper, gold, iron ore, coal & industrial-mineral mines.
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Civil & Construction Foundation piling, soil investigation, micropiles, ground anchors and building-site bore-wells for construction projects.
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Agriculture & Irrigation Farm bore-wells, irrigation supply, livestock watering, agro-processor water bore-wells for commercial & cooperative farms.
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Exploration & Geo-Tech Companies Reverse-circulation drilling for resource sampling, geological investigation, hydro-geological studies & environmental monitoring.
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Drilling Contractors Independent water-bore-well contractors, blast-hole sub-contractors and drilling-services companies serving multiple end-user projects.

Why Choose Vezora

50+ RigsDelivered across Africa
48-Hour QuoteDetailed proposals fast
Local SparesAfrica office in Lusaka
AMC AvailableService teams across Africa

Standards & Certifications

ISO 9001:2015Quality Management System
CE MarkedEU safety compliance
ROPS / FOPSOperator-cabin safety
API StandardsDrill-string & downhole tools

Typical Project Timeline

Quote & Proposal2–3 Days
Manufacturing & Testing10–14 Weeks
Shipping to Africa3–5 Weeks
Site Commissioning & Training2–3 Weeks
Total: Rig Operational4–6 Months
Request a Quote

Get a Free, Detailed Drilling Rig Proposal Within 48 Hours

Tell us your target depth, diameter, application (water / mining / geotech) and country — our drilling-rig engineers will respond with rig recommendation, drill string sizing, accessories list and full CIF / on-site pricing within 48 hours.

  • No obligation, no cost — just a detailed proposal
  • Response within 48 hours, weekdays and weekends
  • 🌍Adapted to your country's geology & project type
  • 🔧Includes commissioning, drilling demo & operator training
  • 💰CIF pricing to your nearest port — no hidden costs

Drilling Rig Enquiry Form

Fill in your details and we'll respond within 48 hours with rig selection, accessories list and full proposal.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Drilling Rigs & Equipment for Africa

Common questions about drilling rig supply, specifications, and support services across Africa.

What types of drilling rigs does Vezora supply?

Vezora supplies rotary drilling rigs, DTH (Down-The-Hole) hammer rigs, top-hammer drill rigs, water well drilling rigs, blast hole drilling rigs, core drilling rigs for mineral exploration, and auger drilling rigs — covering surface and underground mining, water well drilling, and geotechnical applications.

Do you supply drilling rigs for water well drilling in Africa?

Yes. We supply water well drilling rigs widely used across rural Africa for borehole and water well projects funded by governments, NGOs, and private developers. These rigs are designed for African geological conditions and can drill to depths of 200–600 metres.

Can I get drilling rigs for mineral exploration in Zambia or Zimbabwe?

Yes. We supply core drilling rigs for mineral exploration in Zambia, Zimbabwe, DRC, Tanzania, and other African mining countries. These rigs are suitable for diamond core drilling for copper, gold, cobalt, and chrome exploration.

Do you supply drilling tools, bits, and consumables?

Yes. We supply a complete range of drilling consumables including drill bits (tricone, PDC, DTH hammer bits), drill rods and pipes, casing, drill collars, stabilisers, and drilling fluids — available for fast delivery to African mines and drilling contractors.

What is the depth capacity of your drilling rigs?

Our drilling rigs cover a range of depths — from 50m lightweight rigs for geotechnical work to 600m+ heavy-duty rigs for deep water well and mineral exploration drilling. We match the rig specification to your project depth and formation requirements.

Which African countries do you supply drilling equipment to?

We supply drilling rigs and equipment to Zambia, Zimbabwe, DRC, Tanzania, Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria, Angola, Mozambique, South Africa, and Botswana. We handle all export documentation, freight, and customs clearance to your country.

Do you provide operator training for drilling rigs?

Yes. Every drilling rig supply includes on-site commissioning and operator training by our technical team. We also offer follow-up training programmes and remote technical support to ensure safe and efficient rig operation.

Can you supply blast hole drilling rigs for open-pit mines?

Yes. We supply blast hole drilling rigs for open-pit mining operations — suitable for copper, coal, chrome, and gold mines across Africa. These are available in various hole diameter ranges and mast heights to match your specific blast design requirements.

Do you supply used or refurbished drilling rigs?

We primarily supply new drilling rigs. However, depending on your budget and requirements, we can assist in sourcing certified refurbished rigs with full inspection reports and a service warranty. Contact us to discuss your requirements.

What after-sales support do you provide for drilling rigs?

We provide spare parts supply, technical helpline support, on-site maintenance visits, and operator refresher training as after-sales services. We also offer Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC) for clients who require structured ongoing support.

Countries We Serve
🇿🇲Zambia 🇰🇪Kenya 🇳🇬Nigeria 🇬🇭Ghana 🇹🇿Tanzania 🇺🇬Uganda 🇪🇹Ethiopia 🇿🇼Zimbabwe 🇲🇿Mozambique 🇿🇦South Africa 🇨🇩DR Congo 🇦🇴Angola 🇧🇼Botswana 🇳🇦Namibia 🇷🇼Rwanda 🇨🇮Côte d'Ivoire 🇸🇳Senegal 🇨🇲Cameroon 🇸🇩Sudan 🇸🇸South Sudan 🇲🇼Malawi 🇧🇮Burundi 🇸🇴Somalia 🇪🇬Egypt 🇱🇾Libya 🇹🇳Tunisia 🇩🇿Algeria 🇲🇦Morocco 🇬🇦Gabon 🇨🇬Congo 🇨🇫CAR 🇹🇩Chad 🇲🇱Mali 🇳🇪Niger 🇧🇫Burkina Faso 🇬🇳Guinea 🇸🇱Sierra Leone 🇱🇷Liberia 🇹🇬Togo 🇧🇯Benin 🇩🇯Djibouti 🇪🇷Eritrea 🇬🇶Eq. Guinea 🇸🇿Eswatini 🇱🇸Lesotho 🇬🇲Gambia 🇬🇼Guinea-Bissau 🇲🇷Mauritania 🇲🇬Madagascar 🇰🇲Comoros 🇸🇨Seychelles 🇲🇺Mauritius 🇨🇻Cape Verde 🇸🇹São Tomé 🌍Middle East 🇦🇪UAE 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia 🇶🇦Qatar 🇰🇼Kuwait 🇴🇲Oman 🇧🇭Bahrain 🇮🇶Iraq 🇾🇪Yemen 🇯🇴Jordan
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