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Model 500 Standard Duty Post Hole Digger
500
Overview:
Our most popular digger, the model 500 standard duty 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.
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Features
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.
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 |
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 |