5-Gallon

Planting Bit

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SKU: 42540
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  • 5-Gallon size, 34” length
  • Quick Connect Coupler™ included for easy, tool-less auger bit change-out
  • Twin-tapered flight design mimics a potted plant
  • Top of flights act as depth gauge
  • Spline shaft auger connection
  • Replaceable blades are dual sided and reversible
  • Fishtail point for easy hole starting
  • Smooth Shaft to Spline Shaft Adapter included
  • Extra-thick steel flights
  • Durable powder coat finish
  • Patented Design
  • 1-Year Limited Warranty

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Description

The Earthquake® Shrub & Tree Planting Auger is a purpose-built earth auger, with planting in mind. The twin-tapered flight design mimics the size and shape of a 5-gallon potted plant, shrub, bush, or tree. The top of the flights act as a depth gauge so you can ensure you’ve drilled to the correct planting depth every time, while dirt is evenly distributed around the hole, ready to be used to backfill the hole once your plant is in place. Reversible, dual-sided blades offer two cutting profiles in one. The excavator edge tears through tough soil, while the scraper edge pulls loose dirt from the hole. As wear occurs, simply reverse the blades to maximize longevity and maintain peak performance. A splined shaft connection point adds strength and durability, and the patented Quick Connect Coupler™ lets you quickly and easily attach or remove the auger bit from the powerhead without the need for tools or lining up tricky through bolts. This earth auger bit pairs effortlessly with any Earthquake splined-shaft earth auger powerheads (sold separately) and for added versatility, a Smooth Shaft to Pline Shaft Adapter is included, allowing compatibility with 7/8" smooth-shaft earth auger powerheads. Backed by a 1-Year Limited Warranty and a U.S.-based customer support team the Earthquake® Shrub & Tree Planting Auger Bits will perform for years to come.

The Earthquake® Shrub & Tree Planting Auger is a purpose-built earth auger, with planting in mind. The twin-tapered flight design mimics the size and shape of a 5-gallon potted plant, shrub, bush, or tree. The top of the flights act as a depth gauge so you can ensure you’ve drilled to the correct planting depth every time, while dirt is evenly distributed around the hole, ready to be used to backfill the hole once your plant is in place. Reversible, dual-sided blades offer two cutting profiles in one. The excavator edge tears through tough soil, while the scraper edge pulls loose dirt from the hole. As wear occurs, simply reverse the blades to maximize longevity and maintain peak performance. A splined shaft connection point adds strength and durability, and the patented Quick Connect Coupler™ lets you quickly and easily attach or remove the auger bit from the powerhead without the need for tools or lining up tricky through bolts. This earth auger bit pairs effortlessly with any Earthquake splined-shaft earth auger powerheads (sold separately) and for added versatility, a Smooth Shaft to Pline Shaft Adapter is included, allowing compatibility with 7/8" smooth-shaft earth auger powerheads. Backed by a 1-Year Limited Warranty and a U.S.-based customer support team the Earthquake® Shrub & Tree Planting Auger Bits will perform for years to come.

Features

  • PURPOSE BUILT: The twin-tapered flights are designed to mimic the size and shape of a 5-gallon potted plant, shrub, bush, or tree. The top of the flights act as a depth gauge so you can ensure you’ve drilled to the correct planting depth every time.
  • QUICK CONNECT COUPLER™: Quickly and easily attach or remove the auger bit from the powerhead without the need for tools or lining up tricky through bolts.
  • AUGER CONNECTION: Features a splined connection point for increased strength and durability. For added versatility, a Smooth Shaft to Spline Shaft Adapter is included, allowing compatibility with all 7/8" smooth-shaft earth auger powerheads.
  • DUAL-FUNCTION BLADES: Reversible, dual-sided blades provide two cutting profiles in one. The excavator edge bites into dense soil, while the scraper edge clears loose material from the hole. As wear occurs, simply reverse the blades to maximize longevity and maintain peak performance.
  • EASY HOLE STARTING: The fishtail centering point helps eliminate slippage and ensures clean and easy hole starting every time.
  • RUGGED: Constructed with extra-thick steel flights and a durable powder coat finish, Earthquake® auger bits are designed to last.
  • GUARANTEE: Backed by a 1-Year Limited Warranty and a U.S.-based customer support team the Earthquake® Shrub & Tree Planting Auger Bits will perform for years to come.

Features

  • PURPOSE BUILT: The twin-tapered flights are designed to mimic the size and shape of a 5-gallon potted plant, shrub, bush, or tree. The top of the flights act as a depth gauge so you can ensure you’ve drilled to the correct planting depth every time.
  • QUICK CONNECT COUPLER™: Quickly and easily attach or remove the auger bit from the powerhead without the need for tools or lining up tricky through bolts.
  • AUGER CONNECTION: Features a splined connection point for increased strength and durability. For added versatility, a Smooth Shaft to Spline Shaft Adapter is included, allowing compatibility with all 7/8" smooth-shaft earth auger powerheads.
  • DUAL-FUNCTION BLADES: Reversible, dual-sided blades provide two cutting profiles in one. The excavator edge bites into dense soil, while the scraper edge clears loose material from the hole. As wear occurs, simply reverse the blades to maximize longevity and maintain peak performance.
  • EASY HOLE STARTING: The fishtail centering point helps eliminate slippage and ensures clean and easy hole starting every time.
  • RUGGED: Constructed with extra-thick steel flights and a durable powder coat finish, Earthquake® auger bits are designed to last.
  • GUARANTEE: Backed by a 1-Year Limited Warranty and a U.S.-based customer support team the Earthquake® Shrub & Tree Planting Auger Bits will perform for years to come.

Model

#42540

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Performance Specs
Cutting Diameter: 12" at base, tapered to 14" at top
Connection Style: Quick Connect Coupler™
Blade Quantity: 8
Output Shaft Type: Spline Shaft
Cutting Diameter: 12" at base, tapered to 14" at top
Connection Style: Quick Connect Coupler™
Blade Quantity: 8
Output Shaft Type: Spline Shaft

5-Gallon Planting Bit (42540)

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