The 6" Fly Cutter HDD Reamer with built-in 10T swivel is a compact and efficient tooling solution for horizontal directional drilling contractors working in medium to hard soil and soft rock conditions where standard fluted reamers are no longer sufficient. Rated for 10T pull force and compatible with all major HDD drill string thread connections via the included universal thread adapter, this fly cutter directional drilling reamer delivers aggressive cutting action and reliable bore enlargement on residential trenchless construction projects including service lateral installations, utility connections, fiber optic cable placement, gas and water line bores, and conduit runs requiring compact bore diameters in more challenging ground conditions.
The fly cutter blade design breaks through medium to hard soil, gravel, cobble, and soft rock formations while maintaining effective drilling fluid circulation throughout the annular space, promoting consistent cuttings evacuation and bore wall stability during the reaming pass and pullback. The integrated 10T swivel minimizes pipe rotation during product pipe installation, reducing torsional stress on both the drill string and the pulled pipe and contributing to a smooth, controlled pullback on short to medium bore lengths in medium to hard ground conditions typical of residential and light commercial jobsites.
The 6" diameter is ideally suited for product pipes ranging from 2" to 4" in outer diameter, following the standard HDD industry practice of selecting a reamer at approximately 1.5x the pipe OD. The included universal thread adapter ensures full compatibility with all major HDD drill manufacturers including Vermeer, Ditch Witch, Toro, and American Augers, making this reamer a versatile tooling solution for compact drill rigs including Vermeer D9x13, Vermeer D16x20, Vermeer D20x22, Ditch Witch JT9, Ditch Witch JT20, Toro TDD1520, and other small-frame machines commonly used for residential utility installations, service lateral replacements, and light commercial trenchless drilling projects in medium to hard soil and soft rock conditions.
Universal HDD supplies a complete range of fly cutter reamers, fluted reamers, rock reamers, pilot bits, swivels, and full HDD tooling packages for contractors and dealers across the United States. Contact our team in Lake Zurich, IL at (847) 955-0050 or visit unihdd.com for the full tooling catalog.