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Record 1 1998-12-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Equipment (Oil and Natural Gas Extraction)
DEF

A portable servicing or workover rig that is self-propelled, using the hoisting engines for motive power. The driver's cab is mounted on the end opposite the mast support; thus, the unit must be backed up to the wellhead.

OBS

See carrier rig.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Outillage (Extraction du pétrole et du gaz)

Spanish

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