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Powerhorse One-Person Earth Auger Powerhead Combo with 8in. Auger Bit Included, 52cc 2-Cycle Gas Engine w/Muffler Heat Shield, 55 Ft./Lb. Max Drilling Torque

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Powerhorse One-Person Earth Auger Powerhead Combo with 8in. Auger Bit Included, 52cc 2-Cycle Gas Engine w/Muffler Heat Shield, 55 Ft./Lb. Max Drilling Torque

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Powerhorse One-Person Earth Auger Powerhead Combo with 8in. Auger Bit Included, 52cc 2-Cycle Gas Engine w/Muffler Heat Shield, 55 Ft./Lb. Max Drilling Torque

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  • Powerful 52cc Fuel-Efficient 2-Cycle Engine is EPA certified and delivers all the performance, power and dependability you’ll need to get the job done right
  • 55 ft./lbs. Maximum Drilling Torque combined with a 30:1 gear ratio puts out plenty of power
  • Ready to Work with the included 36in.L x 8in. dia. auger bit with fishtail point and flex coil shock spring to lessen the impact on the user’s upper body
  • Anti-Vibration Foam Grip Handlebars to add comfort, help reduce user fatigue and double as a virtually indestructible roll cage to protect the engine
  • 250 RPM Bit Rotation moves a wide variety of earth types quickly and easily

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Product Summary

This Powerhorse® Earth Auger Powerhead Combo is a high-performance, ready-to-go gas-powered auger combo that’s lightweight, easy to handle, and perfect for single-person operation. The dynamic 2-cycle, 52cc gas engine provides all the grit and power needed, then is teamed with an 8in. dia. auger bit to drill holes for fence posts, road signs, decks, tree planting and more! This unit has the gross torque to handle big jobs, but is still manageable under a single operator. Its ergonomic handlebars with anti-vibration grips keep the operator comfortable for the entire job. The powerful engine produces 55 ft./lbs. of torque and 280 RPM to efficiently dig holes in a variety of soil types. The powerhead is designed to fit a 3/4in. shaft size and the included 8in. auger bit can quickly and easily be swapped out with additional auger bits ranging from 4in. dia. to 10in. dia. (additional bits sold separately.) Meets current EPA emission standards.

What's Included

    (1) Earth auger powerhead (1) 8in. x 36in. auger bit

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SINGLE-PERSON OPERATION

This auger is SPECIFICALLY ENGINEERED for SOLO USE, making it a practical choice for personal and professional projects without requiring additional manpower


VISIBILITY AND MAINTENANCE

The see-through 1/4-GALLON GAS TANK allows for QUICK FUEL LEVEL CHECKS, extending run times and reducing downtime for refills


DURABLE CONSTRUCTION

Built with HEAT-TREATED ALLOY GEARS and a BUILT-IN MUFFLER GUARD, this auger is designed for durability and safety, ensuring long-term use with minimal wear

Features + Benefits

  • Powerful 52cc Fuel-Efficient 2-Cycle Engine is EPA certified and delivers all the performance, power and dependability you’ll need to get the job done right
  • 55 ft./lbs. Maximum Drilling Torque combined with a 30:1 gear ratio puts out plenty of power
  • Ready to Work with the included 36in.L x 8in. dia. auger bit with fishtail point and flex coil shock spring to lessen the impact on the user’s upper body
  • Anti-Vibration Foam Grip Handlebars to add comfort, help reduce user fatigue and double as a virtually indestructible roll cage to protect the engine
  • 250 RPM Bit Rotation moves a wide variety of earth types quickly and easily
  • Lightweight Design for easy operation and easy handling by a single person
  • Easy-Grip Fingertip Throttle Control for easy operation without removing your grip on the handle plus quick access to the kill switch
  • See-Through 1/4-Gallon Gas Tank for quick, at-a-glance fuel checks and extended run time
  • Heat-Treated Alloy Gears are extra-durable and utilize ball bearings for smooth operation that helps ensure the transmission is built to last
  • Built-in Muffler Guard shields user from hot engine surfaces
  • Versatile Design also works with 4in. to 10in. dia. Earthquake auger bits (sold separately) for use in a variety of soils
  • Powerhead Only, drill bits sold separately

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

5719073

Brand

Powerhorse

Manufacturer's Warranty

2 year limited warranty

Ship Weight

38.0 LB

Engine Model

52cc 2-stroke engine

Auger Bit Diameter

8 in

Auger Bit Length

36 in

Engine Displacement

52 cc

Digging Depth

36 in

Product Type

Auger Powerhead
AttributeSpecification

Shaft Length

1.81 in

Shaft Diameter

0.79 in

Auger Diameter Capability

8 in

Torque

55 ft-lbs.

Material

Combination

Max. RPM

280

Engine Type

2-Cycle

Gear Ratio

30:1

Product Weight

31.2615 lb

Dimensions L x W x H (in.)

20.2756 x 10.6299 x 48.4252 in

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  1. Can the Auger go in reverse out of a hole?

    1. This earth auger does not have a reverse function to back out of a hole.

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    2. The earth auger would not have reverse to back out of the hole.

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  2. How deep can you go with this auger?

    1. This auger is capable of digging up to 36 inches deep.

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    2. The digging depth will be 36 inches.

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  3. Can I use 50:1 true fuel ?

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    1. This auger requires a 30:1 gas-to-oil mixture.

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  4. starting procedure

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    1. The starting procedures begin on the bottom of page 9 in the Product Manual, located below the Product Summary on the web page.

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  5. Manufacture of Powerhorse earth auger

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    1. The earth auger is manufacturer in China by Yongkang Jiaho Industry per Powerhorse's specifications.

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  6. Can this tool use a 12 inch diameter or more bit

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    1. This auger is designed to accommodate a maximum drill bit diameter of 10 inches. Please see item 5719049.

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  7. Can you use premix fuel?

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    1. A 30:1 premixed fuel with an ASE seal for 2 cycle certification can be used with this auger.

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  8. Is the blue protective housing around muffler plastic or metal?

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    1. The protective housing is made of plastic.

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  9. can you buy extensions for this to go deeper?

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    1. At this time, we do not offer extensions for this auger.

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  10. can not read the plastic bottle with the ratio measurements. How do I mix the 30:1 ratio in that jug

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    1. Next to each number is a 2-tick sign. The amount of gasoline is added to the left line and the 2-stroke oil will be added to the right line above it. As an example, add 400 ml of gasoline to the 400 line (left), then add the 2-stroke oil to the scale line (right) above the 400 to achieve the appropriate ratio.

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Manufacturer's Warranty

2 year limited warranty

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Powerhorse One-Person Earth Auger Powerhead Combo with 8in. Auger Bit Included, 52cc 2-Cycle Gas Engine w/Muffler Heat Shield, 55 Ft./Lb. Max Drilling Torque
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Powerhorse One-Person Earth Auger Powerhead Combo with 8in. Auger Bit Included, 52cc 2-Cycle Gas Engine w/Muffler Heat Shield, 55 Ft./Lb. Max Drilling Torque

Item # 5719073

$284.99
Reg $299.99Save $15.00

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