Model 500 Standard Duty 3-pt Post Hole Digger
Model 500 Standard Duty 3-pt Post Hole Digger
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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Model 500 Standard Duty 3-pt Post Hole Digger Specifications
Description
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
Model 500 Standard Duty 3-pt Post Hole Digger Manual and Parts List
Worksaver Model 500 Augers
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
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.
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.
NOTICE: Worksaver Inc. has a corporate policy of continuous product improvement and development: Therefore, specifications are subject to change without any advance notice. Worksaver Inc. is not responsible for differences between specifications or illustrations contained in this site and the actual equipment.