Skid Steer T-Post Auger - Star Industries

📘 Overview

The Star Industries Model 160A-TP2 Skid Steer T-Post Auger is purpose-built for installing T-posts (steel fence posts) in one fast drilling cycle. The 2" diameter solid stress-proof shaft with 38" OAL achieves 30" drilling depth. Features a replaceable 2" carbide pilot (Model 160A-P10) for hard ground penetration. Only 27 lbs. Connects to standard 2" hex auger drives. Works in all soil types including frozen ground and compacted caliche. 5-year factory guarantee. USA since 1981.

⚙️ Key Features

• Model 160A-TP2 — T-post auger bit
• 2" replaceable carbide pilot (Model 160A-P10)
• 1-5/8" × 38" OAL solid stress-proof shaft
• 30" drilling depth
• Only 27 lbs
• 2" hex coupler — standard drive interface
• All soil types including frozen ground
• 5-year factory guarantee | USA since 1981

🔑 Benefits

• Purpose-built T-post geometry drives in a clean, tight hole that keeps posts vertical — standard dirt auger bits drill a round hole significantly wider than the T-post cross section, leaving excess void that allows posts to lean under impact from manual driving. The 160A-TP2 drills a hole matched to the T-post for clean, vertical installation.
• Replaceable 2" carbide pilot cuts cost when the highest-wear component dulls — replacing the carbide head (160A-P10) rather than the full auger restores full performance at a fraction of the cost.
• 27 lb weight allows single-operator handling without mechanical assist
• 30" depth covers most T-post installation specifications in one drilling cycle

📊 Specifications

🔗 Attachment Compatibility

Requires auger drive with 2" hex output shaft. Compatible with Star Industries 160D series drives and all 2" hex auger drives. For best performance in hard ground, use the 160D-1020M (10-20 GPM) drive — higher torque reduces stalls in frozen or compacted soil.

🚜 Machine Compatibility

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

Requires auger drive with 2" hex output. 160D-615M or 160D-1020M recommended. See auger drive listings.

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📥 Downloads

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