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# Furukawa FRD

A Complete Line of Reliable, Cost-Effective Blasthole Drills, Hydraulic Breakers and Related Attachments

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- [Drilling Smarter, Not Harder](https://frdusa.com/drilling-smarter-not-harder/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Drilling Smarter, Not Harder How Modern Technology Is Making Quarry Blasthole Operations More Efficient Drilling blast holes in a quarry sounds straightforward enough. Create a hole in the ground to put the correct amount of power in the proper place at the right time at minimal cost. But, it’s not
- [Furukawa Co. Names Manabu “Max” Masuda  New President of its FRD.USA Operations](https://frdusa.com/furukawa-co-names-manabu-max-masuda-new-president-of-its-frd-usa-operations/) - FRD.USA, a leading manufacturer of rock drills, hydraulic breakers and various other attachments announces the appointment of Manabu “Max” Masuda as president.
- [Furukawa Co. Names Manabu “Max” Masuda  New President of its FRD.USA Operations](https://frdusa.com/furukawa-co-names-manabu-max-masuda-new-president-of-its-frd-usa-operations-rock-drill/) - FRD.USA, a leading manufacturer of rock drills, hydraulic breakers and various other attachments announced the appointment of Manabu “Max” Masuda as president.
- [What Attachments Work Best for Different Carrier Types?](https://frdusa.com/what-attachments-work-best-for-different-carrier-types/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events What Attachments Work Best for Different Carrier Types? Hydraulic breakers can be used on virtually any carrier type for demolition work to break through rock, concrete or other hard materials. From compact utility loaders and skid steers up to backhoes and full excavators, what attachments work best for different carrier
- [Beyond Breakers: A Variety of Attachments Expand What Carriers Can Do](https://frdusa.com/beyond-breakers-a-variety-of-attachments-expand-what-carriers-can-do/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Beyond Breakers: A Variety of Attachments Expand What Carriers Can Do When carrier attachments are mentioned, breakers usually come to mind. But, there’s a world of hydraulic attachments beyond breakers that expand what a skid steer, mini excavator, backhoe or full-size excavator can do on job sites, eliminating the need
- [What’s the Difference between Small, Medium and Large Breakers?](https://frdusa.com/whats-the-difference-between-small-medium-and-large-breakers/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events What’s the Difference between Small, Medium and Large Breakers? Hydraulic breaker attachments come in three sizes: small, medium and large and are used to turn skid steers, mini excavators, backhoes and excavators into versatile demolition machines on construction sites, and at mines and quarries. Regardless of the size, breakers have
- [Pneumatic Air Rams Can Beat the Heat in Steel Mills](https://frdusa.com/pneumatic-air-rams-can-beat-the-heat-in-steel-mills/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Pneumatic Air Rams Can Beat the Heat in Steel Mills Peanut butter and jelly. Batman and Robin. Extreme heat and hydraulic attachments. Two of these three pairs make for classic combinations. Extreme heat and hydraulics, not so much. In environments like steel mills and foundries, the heat involved with metal
- [Spotlight on Tier 4 Drills](https://frdusa.com/spotlight-on-tier-4-drills/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Tier 4 Drills Combine High Performance, Fuel Efficiency and Regulatory Compliance Large diameter rock drilling needs large rock drills—and that means using higher horsepower engines that can maximize efficiency to deliver high-performance at a low operating cost. For more than a decade, Tier 4 engines have been the standard for
- [DTH or Top-Hammer Drill? Comparing Two Types of Rock Drills](https://frdusa.com/dth-or-top-hammer-drill-comparing-two-types-of-rock-drills/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events DTH or Top-Hammer Drill? Comparing Two Types of Rock Drills What’s the difference between a down-the-hole (DTH) drill and a top-hammer drill? Is it better to have the hammer in a blasthole drill at the bottom of the hole being drilled or at the top of the hole? The answer
- [Switch Hitch™ Brings Breaker Flexibility by Eliminating Need for Separate OEM-Specific Mounting Brackets for Each Carrier](https://frdusa.com/switch-hitch-brings-breaker-flexibility-by-eliminating-need-for-separate-oem-specific-mounting-brackets-for-each-carrier/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Switch Hitch™ Brings Breaker Flexibility by Eliminating Need for Separate OEM-Specific Mounting Brackets for Each Carrier Hydraulic breaker attachments transform backhoes and excavators into versatile demolition machines that can be used for breaking up rocks, dirt, concrete and more. For construction and demolition companies, the use of versatile equipment on
- [Furukawa Rock Drill (FRD) USA Advances the 12,000-ft lb Class Breaker with Introduction of Fx800 Qtv](https://frdusa.com/furukawa-rock-drill-frd-usa-advances-the-12000-ft-lb-class-breaker-with-introduction-of-fx800-qtv/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Furukawa Rock Drill (FRD) USA Advances the 12,000-ft lb Class Breaker with Introduction of Fx800 Qtv New Hydraulic Breaker Replaces Fx770 with Increased Breaking Performance and Reduced Energy Loss KENT, OHIO – February 27, 2027– Furukawa Rock Drill (FRD) USA, a leading manufacturer of blast hole drills, hydraulic breakers and
- [F-Check™ Instant Identification System Boosts Efficiency for End Users and Dealers](https://frdusa.com/f-check-instant-identification-system-boosts-efficiency-for-end-users-and-dealers/) - Rock Drill Division News & Events F-Check™ Instant Identification System Boosts Efficiency for End Users and Dealers What if there was a way to optimize operations by being able to immediately access information on hydraulic breakers, plate compactors and Tier IV drills? There is. It’s called the F-Check™ Instant Identification System. It’s as simple as
- [Quick Attach Bracket](https://frdusa.com/quick-attach-bracket/) - [av_two_third first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ padding=’0px’ border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ background_color=” src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_display=”] [av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” admin_preview_bg=”] QA (Quick Attach Bracket) Attaches to any universal skid steer and can pick up any CP027 bracket.[/av_textblock][av_hr class=’custom’ height=’50’ shadow=’no-shadow’ position=’center’ custom_border=’av-border-thin’ custom_width=’100%’ custom_border_color=’#eaeaea’ custom_margin_top=’0px’ custom_margin_bottom=’5px’ icon_select=’no’ custom_icon_color=” icon=’ue808′ font=’entypo-fontello’ admin_preview_bg=”][av_image src=’https://fcheck.frdusa.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/QA_cropped.jpg’
- [Fx800](https://frdusa.com/fx800/) - Fx800-Qtv Fx SERIES with Qtv TECHNOLOGY Configured with a LOW NOISE protective cradle designed to accept a wide variety of Top Caps for Mini-Excavators or Backhoes. WITH Qtv CRADLE [table id=343 /] CARRIER COMPATIBILITY GUIDE for Fx800 Select Carrier Type Excavator > < Scroll horizontally for additional carrier options The compatibility of the described attachment
- [HP65II-FT](https://frdusa.com/fcheck-hp65ii-ft/) - HP65II-FT Vibratory Plate Compactor With a Flat Top Hanger Bracket designed to accept wide variety of Top Caps for Mini-Excavators or Backhoes. [table id=268 /]
- [Saying Goodbye to Thru-Bolts: Mono-Block Body Eliminates Point of Potential Failure](https://frdusa.com/saying-goodbye-to-thru-bolts-mono-block-body-eliminates-point-of-potential-failure/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Saying Goodbye to Thru-Bolts: Mono-Block Body Eliminates Point of Potential Failure Breakers with no thru-bolts reduce overall maintenance costs and expensive downtime Demolition is a demanding job that needs breakers that can perform under pressure and are built to last. They have to withstand the stress of continuous impacts over
- [Encore Recertification Program Protects Your Investment](https://frdusa.com/encore-recertification-program-protects-your-investment/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Encore Recertification Program Protects Your Investment Chances are, you have more important work to do than routine breaker maintenance. That’s not to say routine breaker maintenance isn’t important. It’s crucial to ensuring reliable operation and long equipment life. It just might not be the best use of your busy service
- [The Important Role Drifters Play in Rock Drills](https://frdusa.com/the-important-role-drifters-play-in-rock-drills/) - Rock Drill Division News & Events The Important Role Drifters Play in Rock Drills Rock drills are broadly classified into three types based on the drilling principle: top-hammer drills, down-the-hole (DTH) drills and rotary drills. In top-hammer and DTH drills, a hammer – known as a drifter – is used to provide percussive force. The
- [How to Choose the Right Rock Drill for the Job](https://frdusa.com/how-to-choose-the-right-rock-drill-for-the-job/) - Rock Drill Division News & Events How to Choose the Right Rock Drill for the Job What’s the best blasthole drill for effective and cost-efficient drilling operations? How can you choose the right rock drill for the job site? It comes down to asking appropriate questions and working with a dependable partner. Blasthole drilling –
- [FRD USA Announces New Regional Sales Manager for the East Coast](https://frdusa.com/frd-usa-announces-new-regional-sales-manager-for-the-east-coast/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Meet our New Regional Sales Manager, East Coast Breaker/Attachment Division Please help me welcome Brian Daigle to FRD.USA, who will be joining the Breaker Attachment Division as a Regional Sales Manager covering the Northeast Region. Brian hails from southern New Hampshire and has spent the last 18 years working in
- [FRD USA Announces New Mid-West Regional Sales Manager, Breaker Attachment Division](https://frdusa.com/frd-usa-announces-new-mid-west-regional-sales-manager-breaker-attachment-division/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Meet our Mid-West Regional Sales Manager, Travis Kerr Breaker/Attachment Division Please help me welcome Travis Kerr to FRD.USA, who will be joining the Breaker Attachment Division as a Regional Sales Manager covering the Mid-West Region. Travis will be working out of his home office in Wheelersburg, OH, and has spent
- [FRD USA Announces Opening of New Western U.S. Sales & Service Facility](https://frdusa.com/frd-usa-announces-opening-of-new-western-u-s-sales-service-facility/) - The opening of FRD USA’s new facility in Reno represents the company’s continued investment & commitment to the U.S. market to expand their sales & service area across the Western U.S
- [FRD USA Announces New North Central Regional Sales Manager, Breaker Attachment Division](https://frdusa.com/frd-usa-announces-new-north-central-regional-sales-manager-for-its-breaker-attachment-division/) - Skip Barnes will be responsible for strengthening relationships & volume with the company’s dealer network & increasing breaker attachment sales throughout the north central states, the Dakotas & Central Canada.
- [FRD-USA Announces New National Sales Manager, Breaker Attachment Division](https://frdusa.com/frd-usa-announces-new-national-sales-manager-breaker-attachment-division/) - Ted Crane will now lead all sales functions for FRD-USA’s breaker attachment division & develop its strategic plan by territory & by product covering North & Central America
- [Choosing the Right Size Breaker for Your Carrier](https://frdusa.com/choosing-the-right-size-breaker-for-your-carrier/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Choosing the Right Size Breaker for Your Carrier Choosing the proper size breaker to handle the job starts with the material to be broken. A larger breaker is typically better suited for really hard or thick material because it has more power to handle the material and can do the
- [What is the Best Tool for Breaking up Concrete?](https://frdusa.com/what-is-the-best-tool-for-breaking-up-concrete/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events What is the Best Tool for Breaking up Concrete? If you have concrete that needs to be broken, there are several types of concrete hammers that might do the job and a number of factors to consider when choosing the right tool. By analyzing the job and having a plan
- [Where are Hydraulic Breakers Used?](https://frdusa.com/where-are-hydraulic-breakers-used/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Where are Hydraulic Breakers Used? Hydraulic breakers have one job, and that’s to break stuff apart. They are used for a variety of demolition applications to break concrete, asphalt, rock and other materials. Breakers are primarily used on construction sites, and at mines and quarries. They transform compact utility loaders,
- [New Dealer Spotlight: Global Machinery](https://frdusa.com/new-dealer-spotlight-global-machinery/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events New Dealer Spotlight: Global Machinery Dealer Profile: Global Machinery Leverages FRD USA Quality to Grow Rock Drill and Breaker Business Dale Brown started specialized equipment dealer Global Machinery in Denver in 1994 after a nearly two-decade career at a major construction equipment manufacturer. Having interacted with numerous dealers during this
- [Mono-Block Design Can Help Lower Breaker Life Cycle Costs](https://frdusa.com/mono-block-design-can-help-lower-breaker-life-cycle-costs/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Mono-Block Design Can Help Lower Breaker Life Cycle Costs This blog post focuses on breaker design and the life cycle cost advantages associated with using fewer parts. Hydraulic breakers involve a heavy piston striking a working steel, creating energy and using brute force to break material. That means breakers have
- [Dealer Spotlight: Maqcen](https://frdusa.com/dealer-spotlight-maqcen/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Dealer Spotlight: Maqcen Excels in the Mexican Marketplace more than 25 Years after becoming an FRD USA Dealer Maqcen opened its first branch in the northern part of Mexico in 1990 to cater to the construction and mining industries. Its second branch followed in 1998 in Aguascalientes in central Mexico.
- [TEFRA Auto Couplers Bring Added Safety and Productivity to Job Sites](https://frdusa.com/tefra-auto-couplers-bring-added-safety-and-productivity-to-job-sites/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events TEFRA Auto Couplers Bring Added Safety and Productivity to Job Sites By Tim Carroll The hydraulic coupler addition for excavators was developed a few decades ago. The purpose: to enhance the utilization of the excavator to becoming a “tool carrier.” Doing so allowed the contractor to use one machine for
- [Dealer Profile: PacWest Machinery Helps Enable Continued Construction Growth in the Pacific Northwest](https://frdusa.com/dealer-profile-pacwest-machinery-helps-enable-continued-construction-growth-in-the-pacific-northwest/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Dealer Profile: PacWest Machinery Helps Enable Continued Construction Growth in the Pacific Northwest A Longtime Partnership In a region known for its dramatic coastline, snow-capped mountains, lush forests, productive farmlands, and vibrant towns and cities, PacWest Machinery is helping fuel the continued growth in the construction and related industries in
- [Why consider FRD?](https://frdusa.com/why-consider-frd/) - FRD is one of the oldest companies in Japan; nearly 150 years old! Our roots, our knowledge and our strengths have always been directly related to the mining and demolition industry.
- [Meet our South Central Regional Sales Manager, Alan Stone - Breaker / Attachment Division](https://frdusa.com/meet-our-south-central-regional-sales-manager-alan-stone-breaker-attachment-division/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Meet our South Central Regional Sales Manager, Alan Stone Breaker/Attachment Division Alan Stone is the South Central USA Regional Sales Manager for FRDUSA Breaker Attachment Division and started selling for them in 1980. He trained under Jerry Stone who was the first full time outside salesman for KENT AIR TOOL/
- [Meet our International Sales Manager, Jorge Gutierrez – Breaker / Attachment Division & Rock Drill Division](https://frdusa.com/meet-our-international-sales-manager-jorge-gutierrez-breaker-attachment-division-rock-drill-division/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Meet our International Sales Manager, Jorge Gutierrez – Breaker/Attachment Division & Rock Drill Division Breaker/Attachment Division Jorge Gutierrez has over 25 years of experience in B2B sale, primarily with international accounts, having spent the last 14 years at Furukawa Rock Drill USA covering Mesoamerica and the Caribbean for the Breaker
- [Meet our Southeast Regional Sales Manager, James Burson – Breaker / Attachment Division](https://frdusa.com/meet-our-southeast-regional-sales-manager-james-burson-breaker-attachment-division/) - James Burson has been the Southeast Regional Sales Manager for FRDUSA’s Breaker and Attachment Division since April of 2014.
- [End-User Spotlight: Bomar Construction](https://frdusa.com/end-user-spotlight-bomar-construction/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events End-User Spotlight: Bomar Construction Dealer – Scott Equipment https://www.scottcompanies.com/ Commercial contractor looks to FRD breakers to help grow its business. Bomar Construction operates in the fast-growing Nashville region, which has brought steady growth to the family-owned commercial contractor. From warehouse buildings to retail centers, Bomar Construction has broken ground on
- [Meet our Western Regional Sales Manager, Tim Carroll](https://frdusa.com/meet-our-western-regional-sales-manager-tim-carroll/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Meet our Western Regional Sales Manager, Tim Carroll Breaker/Attachment Division FRD.USA is pleased to announce that, Tim Carroll, who has previously served as the FRD.USA Regional Sales Manager covering the North Central Region, will as of May 1, 2023, cover the Western Region (Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana,
- [Furukawa Rock Drill USA Introduces HCR1100-ER Drill; New Product Drills Larger Diameter Holes While Offering Enhanced Operator Control](https://frdusa.com/furukawa-rock-drill-usa-introduces-hcr1100-er-drill-new-product-drills-larger-diameter-holes-while-offering-enhanced-operator-control/) - The HCR1100-ER’s innovative platform is an all-around home run for operators – recognizing their need for better output, easier operation & on-the-job safety.
- [FRD USA Appoints George Hample to Regional Sales Manager, Rock Drill Division](https://frdusa.com/frd-usa-appoints-george-hample-to-regional-sales-manager-rock-drill-division/) - Rock Drill Division News & Events FRD USA Appoints George Hample to Regional Sales Manager, Rock Drill Division Rock Drill Division KENT, OHIO – March 14, 2018 – Furukawa Rock Drill USA (FRD), a leading manufacturer of blast hole drills, hydraulic breakers and various other attachments for compact utility loaders, skid steers, mini excavators, backhoes
- [Dealer Traces its Roots to Rebuilding World War I Surplus Equipment](https://frdusa.com/dealer-traces-its-roots-to-rebuilding-world-war-i-surplus-equipment/) - Rock Drill Division News & Events Dealer Traces its Roots to Rebuilding World War I Surplus Equipment When World War I ended, there was a surplus of equipment that came back to the United States. Equipment Corporation of America (ECA) was formed in 1918 to remanufacture this post-war equipment. ECA spent the first part of
- [Rock Drill Spotlight on the Southeast](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-spotlight-on-the-southeast/) - Rock Drill Division News & Events Rock Drill Spotlight on the Southeast The Southeastern United States is a hot region and FRD USA is right in the middle of it, providing sales and service support for FRD USA Rock Drill equipment from its facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The Southeastern Sales and Service Facility supports
- [End-User Spotlight: Rock Solutions](https://frdusa.com/end-user-spotlight-rock-solutions/) - Rock Drill Division News & Events End-User Spotlight: Rock Solutions Dealer – Construction Machinery Company http://rocksolutionsllc.com/ Rock Solutions Blasts to a Bright Future with the Help of FRD and Construction Machinery Company When it comes to rock removal on all kinds of terrain, Rock Solutions LLC is the company to turn to in the four-state
- [Furukawa Rock Drill USA Introduces Fx225 Qtv Hydraulic Breaker with Redesigned Internal Routing, Dust Intake Prevention System and Qtv Box Modifications](https://frdusa.com/furukawa-rock-drill-usa-introduces-fx225-qtv-hydraulic-breaker-with-redesigned-internal-routing-dust-intake-prevention-system-and-qtv-box-modifications/) - The Fx225 Qtv features a square, mono-block design and is a 4,250 impact class breaker engineered to operate on 21 to 26.5 ton excavators.
- [Furukawa Rock Drill USA Releases  New Medium Series Hydraulic Breakers](https://frdusa.com/furukawa-rock-drill-usa-releases-new-medium-series-hydraulic-breakers/) - Whether it is on roads, bridges, rocks or utility work, the Fx125 series is designed for reliability and ease of use.
- [Furukawa Rock Drill USA Introduces Fxa Small Series Breakers with Redesigned Piston, Cylinder Liner and Seal Retainer for Improved Impact](https://frdusa.com/furukawa-rock-drill-usa-introduces-fxa-small-series-breakers-with-redesigned-piston-cylinder-liner-and-seal-retainer-for-improved-impact/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Furukawa Rock Drill USA Introduces Fxa Small Series Breakers with Redesigned Piston, Cylinder Liner and Seal Retainer for Improved Impact KENT, OH – July 28, 2016 – Furukawa Rock Drill USA, a leading manufacturer of rock drills and attachments for skid steer, mini excavators, backhoes and excavators, is introducing its
- [FRD USA Announces New President](https://frdusa.com/frd-usa-announces-new-president/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events FRD USA Announces New President Furukawa Rock Drill USA (FRD.USA), a leading manufacturer of rock drills, hydraulic breakers and various other attachments for compact utility loaders, skid steers, mini excavators, backhoes and excavators, announces the appointment of Manabu “Michael” Sato as president. Sato’s appointment follows the retirement of Jeff Crane,
- [COVID-19](https://frdusa.com/covid-19/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events FRDUSA Official COVID-19 Response Our Valued Customers: As we continue to move through this unprecedented times we would like to express our concern for our customers safety during this time. Please know, FRD USA is committed to operate safely under the required CDC guidelines, which are implemented as changes are
- [End-User Spotlight: Luck Stone](https://frdusa.com/end-user-spotlight-luck-stone/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events End-User Spotlight: Luck Stone The Value of a Rock-Solid Relationship End-User Spotlight: Luck Stone https://www.luckstone.com/ Steve Molter, manager at Luck Stone Corporation, has been in the quarry business for more than 40 years, so he knows a thing or two about hydraulic breakers. Luck Stone, one of the largest family
- [What Problems Can Happen When Drilling into the Earth?](https://frdusa.com/what-problems-can-happen-when-drilling-into-the-earth/) - Rock Drill Division News & Events What Problems Can Happen When Drilling into the Earth? Drilling holes into the earth for mining, rock excavation and more can present many challenges, regardless of the purpose of the drilling (blastholes, construction, exploration, oil and gas, foundation, etc.). Even when using high-performance, reliable rock drilling equipment, problems can
- [What is DTH Drilling?](https://frdusa.com/what-is-dth-drilling/) - Rock Drill Division News & Events What is DTH Drilling? Down-the-hole drilling (DTH) essentially involves a drilling hammer at the bottom of a drill string. It relies on three elements for drilling holes: bit loading (weight), rotation and air. These active elements combine to be efficient at crushing rock. As the drill string slowly rotates,
- [HCR900-ESV MAINTENANCE REMINDERS](https://frdusa.com/check-hcr900-esv-maintenance-reminders/) - HCR900-ESV SERVICE PARTS Corporate Headquarters 705 Lake Street, Kent, OH 44240 Ph: 330-673-5826 South Carolina Facility 155 Dexter Road Spartanburg, SC 29303 Ph: 864-541-0125 Rock Drill Division Sales Dealerlink [table id=246 /]
- [FRD USA Boosts Dealer and End-User Efficiency  with New F-Check Instant Identification System](https://frdusa.com/frd-usa-boosts-dealer-and-end-user-efficiency-with-new-f-check-instant-identification-system/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events FRD USA Boosts Dealer and End-User Efficiency with New F-Check Instant Identification System Furukawa Rock Drill USA (FRD.USA), a leading manufacturer of hydraulic breakers and vibratory plate compactors designed for all types of carriers and of blast-hole drills, introduces the industry’s first QR code system to optimize dealer and end-user
- [Hydraulic Breaker Operating Instructions](https://frdusa.com/hydraulic-breaker-operating-instructions/) - Breaker/Attachment Division News & Events Hydraulic Breaker Operating Instructions Recent Posts Scott Zimmer2026-06-17T14:02:46+00:00 Drilling Smarter, Not Harder Scott Zimmer2026-03-17T16:21:20+00:00 What Attachments Work Best for Different Carrier Types? Scott Zimmer2026-01-09T16:00:08+00:00 Beyond Breakers: A Variety of Attachments Expand What Carriers Can Do
- [Meet our Northeastern United States, Northeastern Canada and Maritime Provinces Regional Sales Manager, George Ellis – Rock Drill Division](https://frdusa.com/meet-our-northeastern-united-states-and-northeastern-canada-and-maritime-provinces-regional-sales-manager-george-ellis-rock-drill-division/) - Rock Drill Division News & Events Meet our Northeastern United States, Northeastern Canada and Maritime Provinces Regional Sales Manager, George Ellis Rock Drill Division George Ellis was recruited and signed by Furukawa Rock Drill in May 2010 and has had exceptional results since his arrival shattering sales records and setting the standard for all to
- [Meet our Mid-West Regional Sales Manager, George Hample – Rock Drill Division](https://frdusa.com/meet-our-mid-west-regional-sales-manager-george-hample-rock-drill-division/) - George Hample is an experienced Regional Sales Manager covering the Mid-West with a demonstrated history of working in manufacturing & capital equipment sales.
- [Meet our Southeast and Caribbean Regional Sales Manager, Tom Holmes – Rock Drill Division](https://frdusa.com/meet-our-southeast-and-caribbean-regional-sales-manager-tom-holmes-rock-drill-division/) - Tom Holmes is an experienced Regional Sales Manager covering the Southeastern US & the Caribbean.
- [Controlled Blasting Relies on Longevity of FRD Drills for Challenging Projects](https://frdusa.com/controlled-blasting-relies-on-longevity-of-frd-drills-for-challenging-projects/) - Controlled Blasting Inc. in Winder, Georgia, bought its first Furukawa rock drill in 1991 – and continued using that drill for 30 years.

## Pages

- [Home](https://frdusa.com/) - Furukawa FRD is the industry leader in innovative technologies for rock drills, down the hole (DTH) drills, rock breakers, rock hammers & attachments for construction, excavating, mining & quarries.
- [Pit & Quarry April 2025 Spotlight](https://frdusa.com/pit-quarry-april-2025-spotlight/) - The new Fx800 replaces the powerful Fx770 and offers a wide array of advancements to the 12,000 ft lb class breaker, while also running on a broad range of carriers (48.5 ton to 83 ton).
- [Fx800 Qtv](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/large-hydraulic-breakers/fx800-qtv/) - The new Fx800 replaces the powerful Fx770 and offers a wide array of advancements to the 12,000 ft lb class breaker.
- [Fx800 Qtv Pit and Quarry](https://frdusa.com/fx800-qtv-pit-and-quarry/) - The new, 12,000 Lb Class Fx800 Qtv breaker replaces the popular Fx 770 Qt, and offers unique features and proven design improvements.
- [Fx800 Qtv Pit and Quarry LB](https://frdusa.com/fx800-qtv-pit-and-quarry-leaderboard/) - The new, 12,000 Lb Class Fx770 Qtv breaker replaces the popular F70 Qt, and offers unique features and proven design improvements.
- [Fx800 Qtv Pit and Quarry Eblast](https://frdusa.com/fx800-qtv-pit-and-quarry-eblast/) - The new, 12,000 Lb Class Fx770 Qtv breaker replaces the popular F70 Qt, and offers unique features and proven design improvements.
- [Large Hydraulic Breakers](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/large-hydraulic-breakers/) - The F & Fx Large Series rock breaking hammers from Furukawa / FRD are available in a variety of mounting configurations & are designed to tackle the most difficult of construction & excavation projects.
- [FHB Large Series Breakers](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/fhb-large-series-breakers/) - Your Next Breaker Is Stronger, Smarter, and More Efficient FRD’s FHB Series builds on decades of high-performance hammering with new stroke control technology, improved durability, and eco-friendly efficiencies. Enter your info below to get the complete specs and see how the FHB stacks up. X/Twitter This field is for validation purposes and should be left
- [Breaker and Attachment Division](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/) - FRD USA is a leading manufacturer of hydraulic & pneumatic rock breakers & rock breaking attachments used extensively in mining, quarry, construction, excavation & industrial applications.
- [Rock Drill Division](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/) - Our top-hammer, Down the Hole (DTH) & pneumatic rock drills are equipped w/ features that maximize efficiency to assure high-performance at a low operating cost
- [HCR L110-E5](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/tier-iv/hcr-l110-e5/) - The HCR L110-E5, from Furukawa FRD with an extendable boom, incorporates a self-adjusting rock drilling system to automatically control the impact, feed, & rotation force to improve performance & extend the life of your drill.
- [Medium Hydraulic Breakers](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/medium-hydraulic-breakers/) - The F & Fx Medium Series rock breaking hammers from Furukawa FRD are available in a variety of mounting configurations enabling them to be easily attached to mini-excavators, skid-steer loaders & rubber-tired backhoes.
- [Fx45a/55a](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/small-hydraulic-breakers/fx45a-55a/) - Fx45a/55a Small Series rock hammers/breakers from Furukawa FRD are available in a variety of mounting configurations enabling them to be easily attached to mini-excavators, skid-steer loaders & rubber-tired backhoes.
- [Fx15a/25a/35a](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/small-hydraulic-breakers/fx15a-25a-35a/) - Fx15a/25a/35a Hydraulic Rock Breaker Attachment for mining, construction & excavating equipment like skid steers, mini excavators, bobcats & backhoes.
- [Small Hydraulic Breakers](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/small-hydraulic-breakers/) - The Small Series hydraulic rock breakers, rock hammers & breaking attachments from Furukawa FRD USA combines powerful penetration with agility & easy operation for mining, quarry, construction, excavation & industrial applications.
- [About FRD USA](https://frdusa.com/about-frd-usa/) - Furukawa(FRD) USA (formerly Kent) is a leading manufacturer of rock drills, blasthole drills, down the hole drills, breakers & attachments for excavators, bobcats, skid steers & more.
- [Hydraulic Rock Breakers and Attachments Sales](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/hydraulic-rock-breakers-and-attachments-sales/) - Interested in our lines of hydraulic & pneumatic rock drills/breakers/hammers & attachments for your equipment or would like more information on becoming a certified FRD Furukawa dealer, please contact our department.
- [Breaker Sales NEW CONTENT](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/breaker-sales-new-content/) - TIM CARROLL Regional Sales Manager Mobile: 312-806-0825 Email: TimCa@frdusa.com Send EmailRegion includes: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, and Western Canada Tim Murphy Regional Sales Manager Mobile: 417.224.8555 Email: timmu@frdusa.com Send EmailRegion includes: llinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Wisconsin and Central Canada TRAVIS KERR
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- [Fx175 Qtv](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/large-hydraulic-breakers/fx175-qtv/) - The Fx175 Qtv Large Series rock breaking hammers from Furukawa / FRD is designed for use on excavators in the 13 to 22 ton range and pedestal systems & is ideal for roads, bridges, rock, utility applications, & in quarries.
- [Hydraulic Rock Breakers and Attachments Literature](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/hydraulic-rock-breaker-and-attachment-literature/) - For your convenience, Furukawa FRD has created a central repository for our rock drills/breakers/hammers sales & technical literature.
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- [HCR1100 ER](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/tier-iv/hcr1100-er/) - The HCR1100-ER, top hammer drill from Furukawa FRD, incorporates innovative features for better penetration, increased impact at a higher output & is capable of drilling at larger diameters.
- [HCR900-ESV](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/tier-iv/hcr900-esv/) - HCR900-ESV Top Hammer Drill utilize Cummins® Tier-IV EPA compliant engine, combines higher drilling performance w fuel efficiency. Simple, durable & efficient!
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- [HD800 Series Drifter](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/drifters/hd800-series-drifter/) - The FRD HD800 series drifters, with new innovative piston design, are engineered to minimize drill noise & vibration without sacrificing drill performance.
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- [Fx1070 Qtv](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/large-hydraulic-breakers/fx1070-qtv/) - The Fx1070 Qtv large hydraulic rock breaking hammer improves breaking performance with high back-head pressure to deliver greater impact, improves day-to-day performance with less maintenance, downtime, smoother operation, & the highest level of reliability.
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- [Transparency in Coverage](https://frdusa.com/transparency-in-coverage/) - The F & Fx Medium Series rock hammers from Furukawa / FRD are available in a variety of mounting configurations enabling them to be easily attached to mini-excavators, skid-steer loaders & rubber-tired backhoes.
- [Rock Drill Sales NEW CONTENT](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/rock-drill-sales-new-content/) - Questions regarding how Furukawa Rock Drills can help with your next construction, mining or excavation project, please contact any of our knowledgeable sales associates.
- [DCRL130](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/dcrl130/) - DCRL130, from Furukawa FRD, is an environmentally friendly down-the-hole (DTH) drill that is reliable & high-performing while conforming to emission regulations
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- [Discontinued Breaker Attachment Products](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/discontinued-products-breaker-attachment/) - This page contains a list of the obsolete rock hammers from Furukawa / FRD. Questions about these products, please contact us via phone or contact form.
- [Fx770 Qtv](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/large-hydraulic-breakers/fx770qtv/) - The new, 12,000 Lb Class Fx770 Qtv rock breaking hammer from Furukawa FRD replaces the popular F70 Qt, and offers unique features & proven design improvements.
- [Mechanical Thumbs](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/mechanical-thumbs/) - These three-position thumbs from Furukawa FRD are ideal for use in demolition, recycling operations, landscaping & general construction applications.
- [Pneumatic Breakers](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/pneumatic-breakers/) - Furukawa / FRD is the industry leader in pneumatic rock breaker & rock hammer attachments for mining, construction & excavating equipment.
- [HP135 II HP210 II](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/compaction-attachments/hp135ii-hp210ii/) - Combining higher frequency vibration with greater impact power, the HydraPak HP35 ME, HP65 II & HP75 compactor/drivers from Furu make quick work of any compaction or driving task.
- [HP35ME HP65 II HP75](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/compaction-attachments/hp35me-hp65ii-hp75/) - These vibratory plate compactors from Furukawa FRD are designed for use on small and medium excavators or backhoes, these compactors are designed to work anywhere a boom can reach in trenches, around foundations, on slopes or seawalls.
- [Fx475 Qtv](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/large-hydraulic-breakers/fx475-qtv/) - The Fx475 Qtv Large Series rock breaking hammer from Furukawa / FRD is designed for excavators in the 39-61 ton class, the perfect match for this demolition machine.
- [Fx375 Qtv](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/large-hydraulic-breakers/fx375-qtv/) - The Fx375 Qtv Large Series rock breaking hammer from Furukawa / FRD is designed for excavators in the 28 to 44 ton range, a hard-hitting hammer that has no rivals.
- [Fx275 Qtv](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/large-hydraulic-breakers/fx275-qtv/) - The Fx275 Qtv Large Series rock breaking hammers from Furukawa / FRD is the most popular in the Fx Series line-up, the Fx275 Qtv is made for excavators in the 21 to 33 ton range, & is a brute among hammers.
- [Fx225 Qtv](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/large-hydraulic-breakers/fx225-qtv/) - The Fx225 Qtv Large Series rock breaking hammers from Furukawa / FRD are available in a variety of mounting configurations & are designed to tackle the most difficult of construction & excavation projects.
- [Fx125](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/medium-hydraulic-breakers/fx125/) - The Fx125 Medium Series rock breaking hammers from Furukawa / FRD are available in a variety of mounting options for mini-excavators, skid-steer loaders & rubber-tired backhoes.
- [F6/F9](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/medium-hydraulic-breakers/f6-f9/) - The F6/F9 Medium Series rock breaking hammers from Furukawa / FRD are available in a variety of mounting options for mini-excavators, skid-steer loaders & rubber-tired backhoes.
- [Rock Drill Resources](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/rock-drill-resources/) - Industry Leading Hydraulic & Pneumatic Rock Breakers & Rock Breaking Attachments for Excavators, Bobcats, Skid steers used in construction, excavation, mining & quarry applications.
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- [Compaction Attachments](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/compaction-attachments/) - These compaction attachments for FRD Furukawa rock breakers, rock hammers & rock drills are designed to handle most every construction, mining or excavation project.
- [HCRL90-E5](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/tier-iv/hcrl90-e5/) - The HCRL90-E5, from Furukawa FRD with an extendable boom, incorporates a self-adjusting drill system that automatically controls the impact, feed, & rotation force to adapt to the various rock conditions.
- [Dependable Blasthole Drills Start at Step One Pit and Quarry](https://frdusa.com/dependable-blasthole-drills-start-at-step-one-pit-and-quarry/) - Dependable Blasthole Drills Start at Step One Blasthole rigs and drills don’t need much explanation. They’re used for drilling a hole into the surface of the rock, packing the hole with explosives and then detonating those explosives in the blasthole to break up rock and hard minerals to make it easier to remove. If you
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- [HCR1100-ED](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/tier-iv/hcr1100-ed/) - The HCR1100-ED, from Furukawa FRD, comes with an extendable boom incorporates a self-adjusting drill system that ensures high productivity no matter what the mining or quarry drilling situation.
- [Rock Drill Discontinued](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/rock-drill-discontinued/) - Discontinued Drifters and Rock Drills [table id=342 /]
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- [Drifters](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/drifters/) - Furukawa FRD Kent's Industry Top-Performing Drifters possess advanced systems designed to drill faster, straighter with an unparalleled combination of performance & economy.
- [About FRD Breaker Attachment Division](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/about-frd-breaker-attachment-division/) - About FRD USA FRD has a rich history in quality manufacturing that dates back to the 1920s. With roots in machining and injection molding, the company morphed by adding a division for pneumatic tool components. This led to the birth of Kent Air Tools, which manufactured its own pneumatically operated handheld tools, like paving breakers,
- [About FRD USA Rock Drill Division](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/about-frd-usa-rock-drill-division/) - The history behind the merger of Kent demolition tools & Furukawa's rock drilling & breaking technologies to form FRD USA, the NOW leader in innovative construction, excavation, mining & quarry drilling attachments.
- [AED](https://frdusa.com/aed/) - Rock Solid Equipment for Mining and Construction Choosing the Right Hydraulic Breaker When operated properly, breakers efficiently and effectively break up concrete and shatter rock. If not operated properly or not sized correctly for the job, the attachment can fail unexpectedly and waste precious time on a job site, or even suffer a reduced lifespan.
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- [Pit and Quarry Rock Drill](https://frdusa.com/pit-and-quarry-rock-drill/) - Blasthole rigs and drills are used for drilling a hole into the surface of the rock, packing the hole with explosives and then detonating those explosives in the blasthole to break up rock and hard minerals to make it easier to remove.
- [Rock Drill Division Thank You](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division-thank-you/) - Operators appreciate the high performance and reliability of our blasthole drills, packed with features that make operation easy and reduce the worries of downtime. All Furukawa rock drills are equipped with high output compressors and advanced hydraulic and pneumatic systems for superior performance.
- [Breaker Attachment FAQ](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/breaker-attachment-faq/) - Frequently Asked Questions How do I know what FRD attachment fits my equipment? We’ve developed a Carrier Compatibility Guide to help you determine the FRD attachment that’s right for your equipment. You can find the Compatibility Guide on the FRD USA web site home page. Just click the Carrier Compatibility button on the page, select
- [Drill Options](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/drill-options/) - A variety of drill options are available to fit the Furukawa crawler drill including dust suppression, remote control & monitoring systems.
- [Rock Drill Frequently Asked Questions](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/rock-drill-frequently-asked-questions/) - Innovative technologies behind Hydraulic & Pneumatic Rock Breakers & Rock Breaking Attachments for Excavators, Bobcats, Skid steers used in construction, excavation, mining & quarry applications.
- [HCR1500 EDII/D20II](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/hcr1500-edii-d20ii/) - The HCR1500 ED Series II, a Furukawa FRD top hammer drill, is the perfect drill for quarries, construction sites or excavation projects.
- [HCR900 ESII/20](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/hcr900-esii-20/) - The HCR 900, a Furukawa FRD top hammer drill, is ideal for demanding site preparation applications. Simple, durable & efficient!
- [Carrier Compatibility Guide](https://frdusa.com/breaker-and-attachment-division-lp/carrier-compatibility-guide/) - The carrier compatibility guide details the equipment types that best fit FRD Furukawa rock drills, rock hammers, rock breakers & attachments.
- [Breaker / Attachment Frequently Asked Questions](https://frdusa.com/frequently-asked-questions/) - In an effort to better assist our existing customers as well as our future partners, FRD Furukawa has put together a list of our most frequently asked questions & answers about our rock drills/breakers/hammers.
- [Rock Drill Literature](https://frdusa.com/rock-drill-division/drifters/rock-drill-literature/) - Literature & product spec sheets for Furukawa's rock drills, drifters, top hammer drills, down the hole & pneumatic drills
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