Vermeer 2020 D24X40 Horizontal Directional Drill Call Paul Willinger (414) 303-3604. The D24x40 S3 carries on a proud legacy of reliability. The D24x40 set the industry standard in 1993, and in 2015, there are even more reasons it’s the trusted choice to meet contractors’ right-size, right-power needs. With 28,000 lb (124.6 kN) of thrust and pullback and 4200 ft-lb (5694.4 Nm) of rotational torque — an increase over its predecessor (D24x40 Series II) — the D24x40 S3 helps maximize machine and jobsite productivity, while class-leading cycle times help get the job done faster.