Description:
This 1968 CME-55 (Serial #37885) is mounted on a 2006 International 4200 VT365 diesel truck, showing 114,933 miles.
The truck is a 4×4 and under CDL, which is a hard-to-come-by setup.
The hour meter on the rig is inoperable, but the seller provided a startup video — it starts clean, runs strong, and all drill functions operate as they should.
Overall, it’s a clean CME-55 for its age.
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Rig Features:
Model Year: 1968
Serial Number: 37885
Engine: Ford 300 inline 6-cyl gas engine
Rotary Transmission: 4-speed manual
Pump: 3L6 Moyno (possibly 3L8 — confirming)
SPT Auto Hammer
Rod Clamp & Breakout Wrench
Slide Base & Wiggle Tail
Water System:
1-¼" water manifold with Water gauge
Truck-mounted water tank with toolboxes on each side
Winches: (1) Wireline winch (1) Tool winch
Leveling Jacks: Two rear, one front
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Storage:
10 ft rod storage on drill deck
Under-body auger racks (helper side)
Under-body tool storage (driver side)
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Carrier – 2006 International 4200
Drive: 4×4
Miles: 114,933
Engine: VT365 diesel
Transmission: Manual
CDL Status: Under CDL
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Notes: Rare 4×4 drill carrier configuration — very tough to find
Condition:
Clean and in good running order for the age
All drilling functions operate correctly
Provided video shows smooth startup and strong operation
Hydraulics, deck components, and tooling systems intact and functional
Summary:
1968 CME-55 mounted on a 2006 International 4200 4×4, under CDL — a rare carrier configuration and hard to find.
Equipped with slide base, wiggle tail, rod clamp, breakout, SPT auto hammer, wireline and tool winches, rod storage, auger racks, and water system.
Starts, runs, and drills properly. Clean, functional package for its age.
Condition: Used – Operational
Location: Eastern, US
The CME-55 is a compact drilling rig used for geotechnical, environmental, and foundation drilling applications. Manufactured by CME, the model is designed for site investigation, soil sampling, and small-diameter borehole work. It is commonly configured for rotary drilling and can be adapted for a range of subsurface exploration tasks. The CME-55 is known for its compact footprint, making it suitable for confined job sites and access-restricted locations. Typical uses include monitoring well installation, soil boring, and light-duty drilling projects. As a drill rig, the CME-55 is part of CME's line of equipment for subsurface exploration and drilling operations.
