For Sale • Land Rig • Houston, TX

NOV Ideal 1500HP Walking Rig #209

Walking Drilling System • SCR Electric • Refurbished • Houston TX

1,500 HP
Drawworks
NOV JC-50-D
750,000 lbs
Hook Load
142’ Hydraulic Mast
500 Ton
Top Drive
VARCO TDS-11
Bi-Directional
Walking System
ODS Rig Walker
NOV Ideal 1500HP Walking Rig #209
Walking Drilling System • SCR Electric • Refurbished • Houston TX

NOV Ideal Rig #209 is a refurbished 1,500 HP walking drilling system currently located in Houston, Texas. Equipped with a NOV JC-50-D drawworks, a 142-foot hydraulic-raised mast rated at 750,000 lbs hook load, and a VARCO TDS-11 500-ton top drive, this rig features a full ODS bi-directional walking system, triple KATO/CAT 3512-B generator sets, dual Bomco 1,600-HP mud pumps, and a complete solids control train.

Technical Overview

Key Equipment Specifications

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Mast & Substructure

  • Mast MakeNOV Ideal
  • Mast Height142 ft (Two Section)
  • Mast RaiseHydraulic
  • Hook Load Capacity750,000 lbs
  • SubstructureNOV APEX 25’H
  • Casing Capacity750,000 lbs
  • Setback Capacity500,000 lbs
  • Walking SystemODS Bi-Directional
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Drawworks

  • Make / ModelNOV JC-50-D
  • Power Rating1,500 HP
  • Auxiliary BrakeBaylor DS50
  • Brake CoolingNOV 2025A-MS Package
  • Drive Motors2x Electric Traction Motors
  • Drilling Line1-3/8” (max grooved)
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Top Drive

  • Make / ModelVARCO TDS-11
  • Capacity500 Ton
  • Traveling BlockNOV YC450, 500-Ton, 6-Sheave
  • HookNOV DG450
  • SwivelNOV SI-450-5, 500-Ton
  • Iron RoughneckVARCO ST-80, 80,000 lb·ft
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Mud Pumps

  • Quantity2
  • Make / ModelBomco Triplex
  • Power Rating1,600 HP each
  • Fluid EndsSteel
  • Drive Motors2x YONGJI YZ08 per pump
  • Shale Shakers2x DERRICK FLC-514 Linear Motion
  • DesanderNOV, 3x 10” Cones
  • DesilterVertical, 20x 4” Cones
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Power System

  • Prime Movers3x CAT 3512-B Diesel, 1,476 HP each
  • Generators3x KATO 1,204 KW
  • SCR HouseNOV Ross Hill: 3 Generator Bays, 4 SCR Bays
  • Air CompressorElectric Motor Driven
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BOP / Pressure Control

  • BOP Closing UnitKoomey 7-Station, 220-Gallon
  • Choke Manifold10,000 PSI
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Rig Photos

Capabilities

Key Advantages

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Bi-Directional Walking

ODS bi-directional rig walking system enables rapid pad-to-pad moves without disassembly, dramatically reducing rig-up time and maximizing operational efficiency on multi-well pads.

02

750,000 lb Hook Load

The NOV Ideal 142-foot two-section hydraulic-raised mast delivers 750,000 lb static hook load capacity, with climb assist and fall arrest systems for safe rig-up operations.

03

Dual 1,600 HP Mud Pumps

Dual Bomco 1,600-HP triplex mud pumps with steel fluid ends and dedicated YONGJI traction motors provide robust circulation for high-pressure drilling applications.

04

Complete Solids Control

Full mud system includes two DERRICK FLC-514 linear motion shale shakers, NOV desander, and vertical desilter, maintaining optimal mud weight and reducing waste volumes.

05

Refurbished & Ready

This rig has been professionally refurbished and is currently located in Houston, TX, minimizing lead time to operations. All major systems inspected and ready for deployment.

06

VARCO TDS-11 Top Drive

The VARCO TDS-11 500-ton top drive paired with NOV traveling equipment enables efficient directional and vertical drilling, with an 80,000 lb·ft VARCO ST-80 iron roughneck for tubular handling.

Complete Data

Full Equipment Status

General Specifications

ManufacturerNOV Ideal
ModelJC-50-D (Drawworks)
ConditionRefurbished
HP1,500
StatusAvailable
LocationHouston, TX

Mast & Substructure

MastNOV Ideal Two-Section 142’H Hydraulic Raised
Hook Load750,000 lbs
Climb AssistYes
Fall ArrestYes
SubstructureNOV APEX 25’H, Skidded
Casing Capacity750,000 lbs
Setback Capacity500,000 lbs
Walking SystemODS Bi-Directional

Drawworks

ModelNOV JC-50-D
Rated HP1,500
Aux BrakeBaylor DS50
Brake CoolingNOV 2025A-MS
Drive2x Electric Traction Motors
Drilling Line1-3/8”

Power System

Engines3x CAT 3512-B, 1,476 HP each
Generators3x KATO 1,204 KW
SCR HouseNOV Ross Hill (3 Gen Bays, 4 SCR Bays)
Air CompressorElectric Motor Driven

Mud System

Mud Pumps2x Bomco Triplex, 1,600 HP each
Suction Tank500 BBL (5 Compartments)
Shaker Tank500 BBL (4 Compartments)
Trip Tank100 BBL
Shale Shakers2x DERRICK FLC-514
DesanderNOV, 3x 10” Cones
DesilterVertical, 20x 4” Cones
Water Tank400 BBL
Fuel Tank400 BBL

Pressure Control

BOP Closing UnitKoomey 7-Station, 220-Gallon
Choke Manifold10,000 PSI

Interested in This Rig?

Contact Total Drilling Supply LLC for pricing and to arrange inspection.

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