APEX-XK 1500® rig - Drilling Service
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Description:
APEX drilling rigs form a modern high-spec fleet designed for efficient land drilling operations. The rigs support multi-well pad drilling and extended-reach horizontal wells. Models include the APEX-XK 1500 with open ground-level design and unified skids for faster rig moves. The fleet incorporates AC drilling technology and automation features. Rigs are equipped with high hook-load capacity and large setback capabilities. The design allows flexibility in rig-up orientations and improved wellhead clearance. Operations benefit from reduced move times and consistent performance across basins.
Overview:
The APEX fleet includes models with drawworks ranging from 1,500 HP to 2,000 HP and hook loads from 600,000 lb to 1,000,000 lb. Circulating systems are rated to 7,500 psi with three pumps. Substructures use box-on-box or swing-up designs. Walking systems support pad sizes up to 150’ x 30’. The APEX-XK 1500 features unified skids for faster moves and compatibility with perpendicular or parallel rig-up. Equipment specifications may vary by rig configuration.
Rig Comparison
| Drawworks | 2,000 HP | 1,500 HP | 1,500 HP | 1,500 HP |
| Power | 4 Engines | 4 Engines | 4 Engines | 4 Engines |
| Pumps | 3 Pumps | 3 Pumps | 3 Pumps | 3 Pumps |
| Circulating System | 7,500 psi | 7,500 psi | 7,500 psi | 7,500 psi |
| Mast | 1,000,000 lb | 825,000 lb - 1,000,000 lb | 600,000 lb - 750,000 lb | 750,000 lb |
| Setback Capacity | 1,000,000 lb | 775,000 lb - 950,000 lb | 600,000 lb | 600,000 lb - 750,000 lb |
| Substructure | Box-on-Box | Box-on-Box | Swing-up Style | Box-on-Box |
| Walking System | 150’ x 30’ | 150’ x 30’ | 150’ x 30’ | 90’ x 30’ |
*Equipment and specs may vary.
Patterson-UTI (Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc.)
Locations: 10713, USA, Texas, Houston, West Sam Houston Parkway North, Suite 800
Main Products/Services: Land drilling services, directional drilling services, power services, drilling technologies and automation
