Skid Steer Heavy Duty Shaft Extension For Augers- Star Industries

📘 Overview

Star Industries Heavy Duty Skid Steer Auger Shaft Extensions add drilling depth to any 2"" hex shaft auger without requiring a new bit. Available in 24"" (160A-E24), 36"" (160A-E36), 48"" (160A-E48), 60"" (160A-E60), and 72"" (160A-E72) lengths. The 2"" hex coupler connects between the drive unit and auger bit, extending the shaft by the selected length. Built from high-grade American materials to handle the same torsional loads as the auger bit itself. 5-year factory guarantee. USA made since 1981.

⚙️ Key Features

• Available lengths: 24"", 36"", 48"", 60"", 72""
• 2"" hex coupler interface — compatible with all Star Industries and standard 2"" hex auger drives
• High-grade American steel construction
• Extends drilling depth without a new bit
• Multiple extensions can be stacked for additional depth
• 5-year factory guarantee | USA made since 1981

🔑 Benefits

• Adds drilling depth for footings, piers, and deep fence posts without purchasing a new bit — many drilling applications require more depth than the standard 48"" auger bit provides. An extension adds the required depth at a fraction of the cost of a new auger bit, and the extension works with any bit in your existing inventory.
• Multiple extensions can be stacked for maximum depth applications — pier drilling, caisson work, and deep utility pole installations may require 8'–12' of total drilling depth. Stacking a 48"" and 36"" extension, for example, adds 7' of depth to a standard bit without any specialized equipment.
• 2"" hex standard allows cross-compatibility with non-Star drives and bits — the 2"" hex coupler is the industry standard for skid steer auger drives. Star extensions work with any auger drive using the 2"" hex interface, not just Star units, making them interchangeable across mixed-brand auger fleets.
• American high-grade steel ensures the extension is not the torsional weak point in the auger stack — an extension shaft must handle the same peak torsional loads as the auger bit itself when the bit stalls in hard material. Undersized or low-grade extension shafts are the most common point of torsional failure in extended auger configurations. Star's high-grade steel matches the torsional strength of the auger bit shaft.

📊 Specifications

🔗 Attachment Compatibility

Compatible with Star Industries 160D series auger drives and all auger drives with a standard 2"" hex output shaft. Confirm your drive unit and auger bit both use the 2"" hex interface before ordering. When stacking extensions, total shaft length affects auger stability — consult Star Industries for guidance on maximum recommended extension depth for your drive unit and bit combination.

🚜 Machine Compatibility

Compatible with skid steer loaders and compact track loaders with a Universal Quick Attach (SSQA) system:

Compatibility determined by mount type — confirm your machine's quick attach configuration before ordering.

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📥 Downloads

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