Description:
CME 75 on Morooka MST 1500 Track Carrier
Mid-1980s CME 75 • Tracked Geotechnical / Environmental Drill Rig
Make / Model: CME 75
Carrier: Morooka MST 1500 Tracked Carrier
Rig Engine: Ford 300 inline-6 (gas)
Carrier Engine: Mitsubishi 6-cylinder diesel
Rig Hours: 4,491
Carrier Hours: 6,698
Location: Northeast, US
Overview
This mid-1980s CME 75 mounted on a Morooka MST 1500 track carrier is a well-sorted, field-ready tracked drilling rig with strong mechanicals and a clean overall presentation. The rig starts, runs, and operates smoothly, with good tracks, tight rotary components, and fresh paint.
A proven configuration for geotechnical and environmental work where low ground pressure, stability, and off-road access matter.
Drill & Powertrain
• Ford 300 inline-6 deck engine
• 5-speed drill transmission with slip clutch
• Rotary box and right-angle drive tight with new bushings and Kelly bar
• CME standard rotary system
• Auto hammer (SPT)
• Cathead
• 3L8 Moyno pump
Winches & Tooling
• Three winches total
– Main winch
– 2 Tool winches
• Hydraulic double rod clamp, capable of breaking rods
• Slide base & Wiggle tail
Water System
• 400-gallon stainless steel water tank
Carrier & Undercarriage
• Morooka MST 1500 tracked carrier
• Mitsubishi 6-cylinder diesel engine
• Tracks in good condition
• Stable, low-ground-pressure platform ideal for soft or uneven terrain
Layout & Storage
• One hydraulic auger rack
• Three toolboxes
• Clean deck layout with good access to components
• Four kill switches for safety compliance
Leveling & Stability
• Three leveling jacks
• Wide, stable stance when set up for drilling
Condition
• Rig starts, runs, and operates smoothly
• Tracks are in good condition
• Paint is fresh
• Mechanical components present well
• No major issues reported
Summary
This CME 75 on a Morooka MST 1500 is a solid, proven tracked drilling platform with strong fundamentals. With a Ford 300 deck engine, Mitsubishi-powered carrier, auto hammer, wiggle tail, rod clamp, three winches, and a large stainless water tank, it’s well-suited for geotechnical and environmental drilling in challenging terrain.
A dependable, old-school CME build paired with one of the most respected tracked carriers in the industry.
The CME-75 is a drilling rig in the CME drills lineup, designed for geotechnical, environmental, and foundation drilling applications. It is commonly used for soil sampling, monitoring well installation, and subsurface investigation work. The CME-75 is known for its compact footprint and truck- or track-mounted configurations, depending on setup. Typical drilling methods may include hollow stem auger, rotary wash, and mud rotary, with tooling selected for site conditions and project requirements. As a CME drill model, the CME-75 is associated with field versatility, mobility, and access to confined job sites.
