Mini Digger for Fencing and Post Holes
Digging fence post holes with a manual post hole digger is slow, and getting consistent depth and diameter across a long run of fencing by hand is harder than it looks. An auger attachment on a mini digger solves both problems at once.
Why an auger beats manual digging
A hydraulic auger attachment bores a clean, consistent hole in seconds rather than minutes, and every hole comes out the same depth and diameter, which matters for a straight, even fence line. Over a long boundary run, this is the difference between a job taking a day rather than most of a week.
Sizing for fencing work
A 0.6 tonne micro digger with an auger attachment handles most domestic and agricultural fence post holes. For deeper post holes or where the ground is heavy clay or full of stones, the extra hydraulic power of a 1.0 to 1.2 tonne mini digger digs through resistant ground faster.
What to consider
- Auger bit size needs to match your post diameter, typically 150 to 300mm for standard fencing
- Check for buried services before starting a long boundary run
See our full mini digger range, all quick-hitch compatible with auger attachments, or get in touch to discuss attachment options for your fencing job.