Single Flight Heavy Duty Auger
Heavy duty auger attached to skid steer
Rock Augers for your most difficult drilling conditions
Heavy Duty Shaft Extension
T-Post Auger
Hex Coupler Shaft Extensions
Single Flight Heavy Duty Auger
Heavy Duty Augers
- Ideal for all types of dirt, concrete and even solid rock
- Three different auger types for all drilling applications
- Extra heavy-duty components that out-perform all other augers in their class
Dirt and Rock augers for skid-steers and mini-excavators
Take on the toughest drilling applications with a Star Industries Heavy Duty Auger. Just like our rugged planetary drive units, these augers are constructed from heavy duty, high-grade materials giving them the strength to handle any drilling job (even solid rock). |
Single Flight Heavy Duty AugerModel 160A-HDSF Our single flight augers are ideal for most soil types: black dirt or sandy soil, highly compacted soils, heavy clay, asphalt, frozen ground, and fractured rock. This auger features a rugged cast boring head for longer life and durability and uses “Drive-In” style teeth. The new “Single Flight” design digs faster, carries more dirt out of the hole, and leaves the hole cleaner & straighter. A new-patented coupler adds even greater strength to the drill stem. Available in 6″ – 36″ diameters. |
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Rock AugerModel 160A-R Our most rugged auger for your most difficult drilling conditions. These augers are designed for solid rock, concrete, fractured rock, frozen ground and compacted soils. Larger 8″ to 36″ dia. augers feature a bolt in 1¾” shaft pilot, reinforced ¾” bottom flight boring head with Rockwell 65 hard facing, replaceable carbide bullet teeth and double flighting on 3½” high strength tube. Smaller 6″ dia. augers feature a welded pilot, replaceable carbide bullet teeth and double flighting on 3½” high strength tube. Available in 6″ – 36″ diameter. |
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T-Post AugerModel 160A-TP2 This auger is for drilling “T-Post” holes in dirt, clay, compacted soils, frozen ground, fractured rock, solid rock and concrete. Features 2″ dia. replaceable carbide pilot and 1⅝” by 38″ OAL solid stress proof shaft. Drilling depth – 30″. |
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Heavy Duty Shaft ExtensionsModel 160A-E Our Heavy Duty 2″ hex coupler shaft extensions are available in the following lengths: 24″, 36”, 48”, 60” and 72”. |
Operating manual/safety information available online and at 1-800-541-1797
The Versatility of Skid Steer Auger Attachments
A skid steer auger is a powerful attachment mounted on a skid steer loader to perform various drilling tasks. This tool, characterized by its helical screw blade, is designed to drill precision holes in a range of soil conditions, from soft, loamy earth to challenging rocky terrains.
What is a Skid Steer Auger?
A skid steer auger consists of an auger drive unit, an auger bit, and a skid steer mount. The auger drive unit powers the rotation of the auger bit, which is equipped with cutting edges to penetrate the ground. The mount connects the auger to the skid steer loader, enabling the loader’s hydraulic system to power the entire setup. Skid steer augers come in various sizes, with different bit diameters and lengths to accommodate a wide range of drilling needs.
Components of a Skid Steer Auger
- Auger Drive Unit: This is the core component that powers the auger bit’s rotation. It is driven by the hydraulic system of the skid steer loader and can generate substantial torque for drilling through difficult materials.
- Auger Bit: The auger bit is a helical screw blade that penetrates the ground. Bits come in various sizes and designs, including dirt, rock, T-post, and concrete augers.
- Skid Steer Mount: This component secures the auger to the skid steer loader, allowing it to be maneuvered and controlled from the cabin.
Common Uses of an Auger Attachment for Skid Steer Equipment
Skid steer augers are incredibly versatile and can be used for many applications in different industries. Their primary function is to drill precise holes in the ground, but the scope of their utility extends far beyond simple digging.
Construction Industry
In the construction industry, skid steer augers are indispensable for tasks such as:
- Foundation Piling: Augers are used to drill holes for foundation piles, which provide structural support to buildings.
- Fence Post Installation: Installing fence posts requires precise and uniformly spaced holes, which skid steer augers easily accomplish.
- Utility Pole Installation: Similar to fence posts, utility poles require deep, stable holes to remain upright and secure.
Landscaping and Agriculture
For landscaping and agricultural purposes, skid steer augers provide several benefits:
- Tree Planting: Skid steer augers can drill holes of varying depths and diameters, making them ideal for planting trees and shrubs.
- Soil Sampling: In agriculture, augers are used to extract soil samples for testing and analysis, helping farmers understand soil composition and fertility.
- Irrigation System Installation: Installing irrigation systems often requires precise hole placement, which can be efficiently achieved with skid steer augers.
- Post Installation: A skid steer auger easily drills post and fence pole holes.
Advantages of Using a Skid Steer Auger Attachment from Star
There are several advantages to using our well-designed skid steer augers:
- Versatility: Skid steer augers can handle various tasks and soil conditions with different auger bits and attachments.
- Efficiency: Skid steer augers can quickly drill precise holes, saving time and labor compared to manual digging methods.
- Precision: The control offered by skid steer loaders allows for accurate hole placement, which is essential for tasks like post and pole installation.
- Durability: Built to withstand harsh conditions, skid steer augers from Star Industries are rugged and long-lasting.