{"product_id":"hex-auger-extensions","title":"Eterra Hex Auger Extension for Skid Steer","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEterra Hex Auger Extension for Skid Steer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEterra hex auger extensions\u003c\/strong\u003e add depth when the hole needs to go deeper than the bit alone can reach. Each extension takes a \u003cstrong\u003e2\" hex input and gives a 2\" hex output\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it drops between your auger drive and bit without adapters. Available in \u003cstrong\u003e24\", 48\", 72\" and a 72\" telescopic\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003eSkid Steer Store\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExtension Lengths\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eAdds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eTypical Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeeper frost-line footings; modest added depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep post holes; cold-climate frost depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e72\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePilings, deep footings, water and utility work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e72\" Telescopic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 6 ft., adjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVarying depths without swapping extensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe telescopic extends and retracts as needed, which is worth the premium when hole depth varies across a job. Fixed extensions are simpler and cheaper when depth is consistent.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" hex drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" hex drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Drives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEterra 2500, 3500, 4500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Bits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll Eterra 2\" hex earth auger bits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore You Add Depth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn extension moves the bit further from the drive, which increases leverage on the output shaft and reduces the machine's effective reach into the hole. Deep holes in hard ground also demand more torque than shallow ones. If you are combining a long extension with a large bit, confirm your drive is sized for it — the 3500 or 4500 is the safer choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Auger Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarth auger bits\u003c\/strong\u003e — 4\" to 36\" diameters, all 2\" hex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHex auger adapters\u003c\/strong\u003e — convert between 2\" hex, 2\" round and 2-9\/16\" round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuger stump planer\u003c\/strong\u003e — 10\" and 14\" stump removal heads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCement mixing bowl\u003c\/strong\u003e — mix footings with the same drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this fit my auger drive and bit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, if both use a 2\" hex connection, which is standard across the Eterra auger range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I stack two extensions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMechanically the connections allow it, but stacking multiplies leverage on the output shaft and makes the assembly hard to control. A single longer extension is the better answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich should I choose, fixed or telescopic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFixed if your hole depth is consistent. Telescopic if depth varies across the job and you would otherwise be swapping extensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a bigger drive to use an extension?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot necessarily, but deep holes in hard ground draw more torque. Pairing a long extension with a large bit is where a 3500 or 4500 earns its cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOrder From Skid Steer Store\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect your length above. 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