The answer ranges from just a few thousand dollars for a manual rig to several hundred thousand for a high-capacity commercial unit. The right rig for you depends on your drilling needs, budget, and long-term goals. Choosing the right rig is about more than price.
[pdf] Compact drilling rigs weighing between 3 and 8 tonnes, equipped with separate hydraulic power pack (diesel or electric-powered), designed to operate in low headroom and restricted access sites.
[pdf] Most land rigs fall in the $10 million to $50 million range depending on their size, technology, and manufacturing origin. Generally, the deeper the drilling capability and the more advanced the configuration, the higher the price.
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