Kubota Skid Steer Auger Drive
Overview
The wide-inch auger bit drills post holes, footings, and fence lines in Canadian soil conditions ranging from sandy loam to hard clay. Kubota Canada dealer locations span every province, with factory-matched attachments and parts support. Carbide teeth cut efficiently and are replaceable when worn. Pairs with a hydraulic auger drive unit; check your machine's GPM output for compatibility. Available through Kubota dealers across Canada.
Canada Availability
Best for: fence posts, footings, utility poles
Compare with: Baumalight 10 Inch Skid Steer Auger Bit · Baumalight 12 Inch Skid Steer Auger Bit · Baumalight 18 Inch Skid Steer Auger Bit
Key Facts
- Brand: Kubota Tractor Corporation
- Type: hydraulic auger drive
- Drive: hydraulic motor
- Mount: Kubota quick attach (SSQA compatible)
- Application: fence posts, footings, utility poles
- Typical bit weight: 35–60 lbs
- Hydraulic flow: determined by auger drive unit (typically 15–30 GPM standard flow, 30–45 GPM high-flow for large drives)
Is This Right For You?
Buy if
- You drill post holes, footings, or tree holes regularly enough that buying beats renting
- Your skid steer's hydraulic output is matched to the drive unit — verify GPM range before buying
Skip if
- You only drill occasionally — renting an auger package for $250–$400/day often wins over ownership at $3,000–$8,000 investment
- Your machine's GPM is outside the drive unit's rated range — running outside spec damages the motor
Also consider
- A rental package first to confirm the right drive unit spec for your soil and machine
- Auger bits in multiple diameters — the drive unit investment only makes sense if you have the right bits to go with it
Designed for Kubota machines but mounts to any skid steer or CTL with a universal SSQA quick-attach plate.
About Kubota in Canada
Kubota attachments are available through the Kubota dealer network across Canada, which covers most provinces. If you run Kubota compact equipment, same-brand attachments provide the best hydraulic compatibility and your local dealer handles both machine and attachment support under one roof.
Care & Maintenance
- Grease the drive unit gearbox per the manufacturer's schedule — typically every 8 hours of operation; a starved gearbox is the most common cause of drive unit failure
- Inspect bit carbide teeth after every use in rocky or abrasive soil — worn or chipped teeth increase drive unit load and reduce penetration
- Replace a worn pilot bit before the main teeth wear — the pilot centers the bit and prevents wobble that stresses the drive unit gearbox
- Check hydraulic hose connections at the drive unit before each use — hose chafing in tight soil is a common failure point
- Store bits vertically or with exposed carbide protected — storing lying flat with unprotected carbide causes chipping from incidental contact
How to Connect
- Attach auger drive head using Bob-Tach
- Connect high-flow hydraulic couplers (colour-coded on most brands)
- Verify rotation direction — auger should rotate clockwise when viewed from above
- Lower auger to ground and test rotation at idle before digging
Ready to Buy in Canada?
Pricing varies by region and dealer stock levels change seasonally. For current availability and a real quote, contact a local dealer.
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