Caterpillar Performance Handbook, January 2017, SEBD0351-47

WorkTools ● Augers

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● Landscaping/Landscape Maintenance — Augers with spe- cial tree bits are ideal for preparing holes for tree plant- ing. They are also ideal for school, park, golf course and recreational maintenance departments to drill holes for playground supports, trees and shrubs, fence posts, and signs. ● Governmental/Municipalities — Augers with multiple bit sizes are popular work tools to do a wide spectrum of jobs, including digging holes for traffic signs, poles, posts and trees. ● Rental — Augers are one of the highest opportunity rental work tool after buckets. ● Specialty Trades/Utility — Augers are ideal for elec- trical, fencing and plumbing contractors when install- ing lighting, fence posts and gas/water mains. Augers are typically not a full time work tool, however they are a highly utilized option for specialized applica- tions. They are often used in conjunction with a bucket, set of pallet forks and/or a trencher. Auger Bits Auger bits are available in standard duty, industrial duty, standard rock drill head and tree bit configura- tions with standard hardened, reversible teeth and cast/ hardened pilot point. Optional hard-faced and carbide inserted teeth and pilot points are available for aggres- sive boring conditions. Standard bits are available in diameters ranging from 6"–36"; industrial bits and stan- dard duty rock drill head bits are available in 6"–24" diameters and tree bits are available in 24" and 36" diameters. Typical digging depth is 48", however for deeper holes, optional 12", 24", 3' and 6' extensions are available. A special HEX to round adapter is also avail- able for customers who use existing round shaft auger bits. Machine Compatibility Auger Model Machine Models A14B 216B3, 226B3, 226D, 232D, 236D, 239D,

Features: ● Cat XT™-3 hose and O-ring face seals are used through- out for superior leak-free performance. ● Both standard and tree bits are available in a variety of sizes for a wide range of projects. ● Standard bit teeth and pilot points are produced from hardened steel. Optional hardfaced and carbide inserted teeth are also available. ● Optional bit extension is available in 305 mm (12") length. ● Hex-to-round shaft adapter is available to accommo- date existing round auger bit mountings. ● A14B and A19B are compatible with both mini hydrau- lic excavators and skid steer loaders. A14B Auger ● Direct drive system features a variable speed, bidirec- tional, “Gerotor” style hydraulic motor that generates optimal speed and output torque for light to moderate duty work. A19B Auger ● Single reduction planetary drive system transfers power from the drive motor to the drive shaft, reducing motor speed and increasing torque. ● Drive motor shaft is splined and couples directly to the planetary gearbox. A26B Auger ● Double reduction planetary drive system transfers power from the drive motor to the drive shaft, reducing motor speed and increasing torque. ● Drive motor shaft is splined and couples directly to the planetary gearbox. Market Opportunities ● Agriculture —Augers are an effective work tool around the farm to drill holes for fence posts, pole barn sup- ports and footers for outbuildings. ● Building/General Construction — Augers are an essen- tial work tool on many construction sites to drill holes for deck posts and footings, signs and fencing.

242D, 246D, 249D, 257D, 259D, 262D, 272D2, 272D2 XHP, 277D, 279D, 287D, 289D, 297D2, 297D2 XHP, 299D2, 299D2 XHP 216B3, 226B3, 226D, 232D, 236D, 239D, 242D, 246D, 249D, 257D, 259D, 262D, 272D2, 272D2 XHP, 277D, 279D, 287D, 289D, 297D2, 297D2 XHP, 299D2, 299D2 XHP 226B3, 226D, 232D, 236D, 239D, 242D, 246D, 249D, 257D, 259D, 262D, 272D2, 272D2 XHP, 277D, 279D, 287D, 289D, 297D2, 297D2 XHP, 299D2, 299D2 XHP

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A19B

A26B*

*Requires high flow or high flow XPS option on machine.

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