The 18" Fluted HDD Reamer with built-in 25T swivel is a compact and efficient tooling solution for horizontal directional drilling contractors working in soft to medium soil conditions. Compatible with all types thread connections and rated for 25T pull force, this fluted directional drilling reamer delivers reliable bore enlargement and consistent cuttings removal on residential trenchless construction projects including service lateral installations, fiber optic cable placement, gas line bores, water service connections, conduit runs, and small diameter utility installations where precision and efficiency are essential.
The fluted reamer design promotes steady drilling fluid circulation throughout the annular space, ensuring effective soil displacement and maintaining a clean, stable bore wall during the reaming pass and pullback. The integrated 25T 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 soft to medium ground conditions typical of residential and light commercial jobsites.
The 18" diameter is ideally suited for product pipes ranging from 2" to 4" in outer diameter, consistent with standard HDD industry practice of selecting a reamer at approximately 1.5x the pipe OD. Compatible with any type thread connections, this reamer fits a wide range of compact HDD 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 soft to medium soil conditions.
Universal HDD stocks a complete range of fluted reamers from 6" to 20", fly cutter reamers, rock reamers, pilot bits, swivels, sonde housing, and full HDD tooling packages for drilling contractors and dealers across the United States. Our tooling specialists in Lake Zurich, IL are ready to help you select the right reamer size, thread connection, and pull force rating for your specific soil conditions and drill ig. Contact us at (847) 955-0050 or visit unihdd.com for the full Universal HDD tooling catalog.