Iron Roughnecks

As the versatile, safe, and dependable solution for making tubular connections on the drill floor, our iron roughnecks minimize rig floor hazards and streamline the make-and-break process.

Description

Ever since Varco introduced the “Big Foot” roughneck in the 1970s, NOV has proven to be the pioneer among iron roughneck manufacturers in developing the most versatile and dependable solutions for handling tubular connections on the drill floor. We have an iron roughneck design for every onshore and offshore drilling application. This includes varying levels of automation, multiple control options, and pedestal or track mounted interfaces. Our iron roughnecks minimize rig floor hazards and streamline the make-up and break-out process, maximizing your uptime and improving crew safety.

Navigate to the Specifications and Related Resources tabs to explore product models, or use the Contact Us feature to find spare parts or the nearest iron roughneck service or repair center.

Specifications

Iron Roughneck Product Models

Product Model

Tool Joint Connection OD Range

Maximum Breakout Torque

Maximum Makeup Torque

Mount

ST-80C2

2⅞ to 8½ in.

80,000 ft-lb

108,465 N-m

60,000 ft-lb

81,349 N-m

Pedestal with floor-mounted socket

ST-80CL

2⅞ to 8½ in.

80,000 ft-lb

108,465 N-m

60,000 ft-lb

81,349 N-m

Pedestal with floor-mounted socket

ST-100

2⅞ to 9¾ in.

120,000 ft-lb

162,698 N-m

100,000 ft-lb

135,582 N-m

Pedestal with floor-mounted socket

ST-120

3⅞ to 10 in.

120,000 ft-lb

162,698 N-m

100,000 ft-lb

135,582 N-m

Pedestal with floor-mounted socket

AR-3200

3½ to 9¾ in.

120,000 ft-lb

162,698 N-m

100,000 ft-lb

135,582 N-m

Track mounted

ST-160

3⅞ to 10 in.

160,000 ft-lb

216,931 N-m

140,000 ft-lb

189,815 N-m

Pedestal with floor-mounted socket

MPT-270

2⅞ to 10 in.

200,000 ft-lb

270,000 N-m

200,000 ft-lb

270,000 N-m

Track mounted

ARN-270

2⅞ to 10 in.

200,000 ft-lb

270,000 N-m

200,000 ft-lb

270,000 N-m

Trackless, with option for additional rails

Resources
  • Iron Roughnecks BrochureBrochure highlighting our full line of iron roughnecks and their specifications

  • Offshore Iron Roughneck Spec SheetTechnical specifications comparing offshore iron roughneck models

  • Onshore Iron Roughneck Spec SheetTechnical specifications comparing onshore iron roughneck models

  • ST 80C2 Iron Roughneck Flyer EnglishFlyer for the ST-80C2 Iron Roughneck

  • ST 80C2 Iron Roughneck Flyer SpanishSpanish Language Flyer for the ST-80C2 Iron Roughneck

  • ST 80E Torque Wrench Upgrade FlyerFlyer describing the torque upgrade available for ST-80

  • Makeup Torque Performance FlyerVerify that your Iron Roughneck is making connections at the proper torque

  • Land Rig Upgrades BrochureBrochure featuring available upgrades to onshore drilling rigs

  • Onshore Product Reference GuideA technical look at our onshore rig equipment product portfolio

  • Offshore Product Reference GuideA technical look at our offshore rig equipment product portfolio

This rig has both an AR track-mounted Iron Roughneck and pedestal-mounted ST-120 Iron Roughneck installed on the Primus Jackup Rig.
Track or pedestal mounted
 ST-160 Iron Roughneck installed on the Noble Tom Madden drilling rig.
Soft clamp technology protects drill pipe
ARN-270 Iron Roughneck as seen during final commissioning of the Johan Sverdrup drilling rig. Platform owned by Equinor and delivered to the Norwegian Continental Shelf.
Hand-free operations
ST-80C Iron Roughneck making up a connection at well center of an onshore drilling rig.
Offline stand building
ST-80C Iron Roughneck spinning in a drill pipe while making a connection on an onshore drilling rig.
Remote or manual controls

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