# 1968 CME -55 for Sale in Beaver, WV

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/cme/drills/-55/id/88717027>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $79,000.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 88717027
- **Year:** 1968
- **Manufacturer:** CME
- **Model:** -55
- **Category:** Drills
- **Location:** Beaver, WV

## 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 ga

## About this model

The CME-55 is a drill rig manufactured by CME, used for geotechnical, environmental, and exploration drilling applications. It is designed for subsurface sampling, soil investigation, and borehole development in field conditions. The CME-55 is commonly configured for rotary drilling and direct push work, depending on the setup and tooling. It is used by drilling contractors, environmental consultants, and geotechnical firms for site characterization and monitoring well installation. The model is part of CME's drill equipment lineup and is recognized for compact field deployment and versatility across a range of drilling tasks.

## Photos

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