CED RC450 – The Most Powerful Reverse Circulation Drill Rig for Deep Exploration

The CED RC450 represents the next generation of high-performance Reverse Circulation (RC) drilling rigs, engineered for deep, demanding mineral exploration programs where power, reliability, and productivity matter most.

Designed and manufactured by CED (Cylinder Engineering & Design), the RC450 is capable of drilling up to 450 metres at 4-inch diameter, positioning it among the most powerful RC rigs available in the global exploration market today.

Built for Deep Reverse Circulation Drilling

The CED RC450 has been purpose-built to handle hard rock environments, deep RC drilling, and extended exploration campaigns. Its robust structure, high pullback capacity, and optimised rotary system deliver consistent performance at depth—without compromising rig stability or sample quality.

Key performance highlights include:

• RC drilling capacity up to 450 m at 4” diameter

• Heavy-duty design for hard rock and deep exploration

• Compatibility with high-pressure, high-volume external compressors

• Track-mounted configuration for superior mobility and site access

• Designed for high utilisation and long-term operational uptime

CED Commitment to RC Turnkey Solutions

At CED, our commitment goes beyond rig manufacturing. We provide complete RC turnkey drilling solutions, ensuring our clients are ready to drill from day one.

Our turnkey RC solutions can include:

• CED RC450 drill rig

• RC tooling packages (rods, hammers, bits, subs)

• Consumables and critical spares

• Integration with external compressors

• Commissioning, training, and technical support

This integrated approach helps exploration companies reduce risk, streamline mobilisation, and maximise drilling efficiency—particularly in remote and emerging exploration regions.

CEDRC450 Drill Rig

Designed for Modern Exploration Programs

Whether launching a greenfield exploration project, expanding an existing RC fleet, or executing deep resource definition drilling, the CED RC450 delivers the depth capability, power, and reliability required for success.

CED RC450 – Red. Powerful. Built to Drill Deeper.

For more information on the CED RC450, RC tooling packages, or turnkey RC drilling solutions,