High-quality HDD drill rods are essential for reliable performance, torque transmission and drilling efficiency in horizontal directional drilling (HDD). At No Dig Equipment, we supply premium forged HDD drill rods designed to suit popular Ditch Witch® and Vermeer® drill rigs, providing durable solutions for professional directional drilling contractors.
Our HDD drill rods are manufactured from high-strength alloy steel and feature precision-engineered threaded connections and a double-shouldered design. This combination provides the strength, toughness and connection performance required for demanding HDD applications.
Whether you operate a Ditch Witch or Vermeer drill rig, we can help you find the right directional drilling drill rods for your machine.

Availability and specifications may vary. Contact No Dig Equipment to confirm the correct drill rod for your machine.
| Drill Rod Range | Suitable Drill Rigs |
|---|---|
| JT922 / JT10 | Ditch Witch® |
| JT2020 M1 | Ditch Witch® |
| JT3020AT Dual Rod | Ditch Witch® |
| D7x11 – D10x15 S3 FS1 #200 | Vermeer® |
| D20x22 – D20x22 S3 FS1 #400 | Vermeer® |
| D23x30 – D24x40 FS1 #600 | Vermeer® |
Drill rods are subjected to significant tensile loads, torque and repeated stress during HDD operations. Using high-quality rods designed specifically for directional drilling can help provide dependable performance throughout the drilling process.
The rods are forged from a single piece of high-strength alloy steel, providing a robust construction designed for demanding HDD applications.
The drill rods are manufactured using high-strength steel designed to withstand the substantial torque, tensile forces and repeated loading experienced drilling.
Accurately manufactured threaded connections provide reliable rod-to-rod connections and are designed for high-torque HDD applications.
The double-shouldered design helps improve connection performance while maintaining a large internal diameter to support efficient drilling fluid flow.
Double Horse HDD drill rods are designed to provide high strength and toughness for demanding directional drilling conditions. Their tensile properties comply with Grade Z140 requirements outlined in applicable directional drilling standards.
Different HDD drill rigs require different drill rod sizes, connections and specifications. Selecting the correct rod for your machine is important for achieving reliable performance and maintaining compatibility with your existing drilling equipment.
No Dig Equipment supplies HDD drill rods for a range of Ditch Witch® and Vermeer® drill rigs. If you are unsure which drill rod is suitable for your machine, our team can help you identify the appropriate option.
Looking for HDD drill rods for sale in Australia? No Dig Equipment supplies quality directional drilling equipment and tooling for professional HDD contractors.
Our forged HDD drill rods are suitable for a range of horizontal directional drilling applications and are available for popular Ditch Witch and Vermeer drill rigs.
If you know your machine model and require replacement or additional drill rods, contact our team for availability, specifications and pricing.
HDD drill rods are threaded drilling rods used to connect the drill head and tooling to a horizontal directional drilling rig. They transmit torque and thrust while providing a pathway for drilling fluid during the drilling operation.
No Dig Equipment supplies forged HDD drill rods for selected Ditch Witch® and Vermeer® drill rigs, including rods for Ditch Witch JT-series machines and Vermeer D-series machines.
Yes. The Double Horse drill rods supplied by No Dig Equipment use one-piece forged construction designed for the demanding requirements of horizontal directional drilling.
The drill rods are manufactured from high-strength alloy steel. Vermeer Firestick 1 rods are specified as S-135 alloy steel.
The correct drill rod depends on your HDD rig model, rod size, connection and application. If you are unsure which rod you require, contact No Dig Equipment with your machine model and we can help identify the appropriate option.
Whether you need Ditch Witch drill rods, Vermeer drill rods or other horizontal directional drilling equipment, No Dig Equipment can help you find the right solution for your HDD application.
Contact No Dig Equipment today for HDD drill rod availability, specifications and pricing.