Discovery 205 Drilling Rig
Discovery 205 (D205) is a modern 2000HP AC Drive VFD land drilling rig in the fleet of Charlvon Energy Services Limited (CESL), designed to deliver efficient, safe, and flexible onshore drilling operations across Nigeria’s oil and gas basins. The rig is available for lease and fully prepared to support upcoming drilling programs for operators seeking reliable, cost-effective capacity.
Operations Status
Discovery 205 is a ready-to-deploy asset, strategically positioned to support:
- Exploration and appraisal drilling
- Development drilling programs
- Shallow to medium-depth onshore wells
The rig forms part of CESL’s expansion strategy to provide immediate drilling availability while maintaining high technical and HSSE standards.
Rig Capability & Design Highlights
Discovery 205 is engineered for operational efficiency and flexibility, featuring:
- 2000HP AC Drive VFD drilling system
- API 4F derrick (JJ450/46.5-K)
- Top Drive system (2 × 450 kW, 500-ton capacity)
- 13⅝” BOP stack (up to 10,000 psi) including annular and ram preventers
- High-capacity mud pumps (3 × 1600 HP)
- Robust power generation (≈ 4.8 MW main power)
- 37½” rotary table opening, suitable for standard onshore well programs
These specifications make Discovery 205 well-suited for efficient drilling with reduced non-productive time and improved operational control.