Our most popular digger, the Model 500 standard duty 3-pt post hole digger, offers 3-position boom adjustment allowing it to adapt to most tractors. Tubular steel stock of 2.875” diameter is used for the boom for increased durability. Horseshoe yoke allows the unit to operate on Cat I/II tractors offering the operator versatility of use. Job matching augers is easy; they are 42” in length in 6”, 9” and 12” diameters in single and double flight configuration. Positioning handle is standard equipment.
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| Specifications | |
| Model | 500 |
| Boom Size (O.D.) | 2.875” |
| Yoke Size | 3” |
| Boom Positions | 3 |
| Mount Type | Cat. I/II (7/8" Pins) |
| Gearbox Ratio | 3:01 |
| Gearbox Output Shaft | 2" |
| Gearbox Bearings | Tapered Roller |
| Gearbox Seals | Double lip, spring loader |
| Drive Type | PTO, 540 RPM |
| Shear Bolt | Yes, Grade 2 |
| Gearbox Ltd. Warranty | 5-yrs. |
| Tractor hp | 20 - 35 hp |
| Optional Down Force Kit | Yes, DFK-50 (Not designed for compact tractors under 40 hp.) |
| Auger Sizes | 6” thru 12" |
| Auger Length | 42" |
| Auger Type | STD, HDSF, HDDF |
| Auger Point - Bolt-in | Fish Tail |
| 12" Auger Ext. | Opt. (170705) |
| Parking Stand Kit | Opt. (102165) |
| Weight (lbs.) | 160 |
| Product Number | 170990 |
| Download Manual | Model 500 Part List |
| Optional DFK-50 Parts List | |
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| Model | Item # | Description | |
| 6" STD | 170585 | 6" Standard Duty Single Flight Auger with teeth | |
| 9" STD | 170710 | 9" Standard Duty Single Flight Auger with teeth | |
| 12" STD | 170720 | 12" Standard Duty Single Flight Auger with teeth | |
| 6" HDSF | 706150 | 6" HD Single Flight Auger with teeth | |
| 6" HDDF | 706155 | 6" HD Double Flight Auger with teeth | |
| 9" HDSF | 706109 | 9" HD Single Flight Auger with teeth | |
| 9" HDDF | 706009 | 9" HD Double Flight Auger with teeth | |
| 12" HDSF | 706112 | 12" HD Single Flight Auger with teeth | |
| 12" HDDF | 706012 | 12" HD Double Flight Auger with teeth | |
| 12" Ext. | 170705 | 12" Optional Extension Ext. Parts List | |
| Standard Duty Augers: use for lighter soils free of stones, roots, etc. Heavy Duty Single Flight Augers: use for tougher digging or where stones, roots, etc. may be present. Heavy Duty Double Flight Augers: use for loose soil such as sand/gravel to help carry soil to the surface. |
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| Standard Auger Parts List | Heavy Duty Single Flight Parts List | Heavy Duty Double Flight Parts List | |
WARNING: Read and understand the operator’s manual before operation. Be sure tractor/skid steer is properly counterbalanced. Damage to equipment or personal injury could occur.
