Garden auger bits - what drill is suitable?

[pstq]

What drills are suitable for these garden augers?

https://www.bunnings.com.au/sutton-tools-50-x-450mm-garden-auger_p0139207

Do they need to be very powerful? I've got a big 850W Ozito SDS+ drill (with normal chuck adapter), but it doesn't have speed control. Do they have to be able to run slow? I need to dig some holes for deck stumps in heavy clay, and I thought something like this might be good to start the holes off before I start digging by hand. Not much room under there for a full sized auger.

I thought the 50mm might be best because it would be less likely to wrench my hands if it jams. Just drill more holes instead of using a big one.

[JacobZ]

Hi @Oopsee,

I can't say I'm sure. It all depends on how tough the clay is.

In saying this, that is a fairly entry-level drill that doesn't have a huge amount of power. I'd be more confident using a higher-end model like this Ozito PXC 18V 120NM Drill Hammer PXBHS-120 or a corded drill like this Ozito 710W Hammer Drill.

Let me know if you have further questions.

Jacob

[Oopsee]

 Those recommendations look like the goods! Thx Jacob!