Hydraulic auger recommendations for my FEL

[In.the.Piñons]

My tractor has a ~18gpm flow rate (not sure on the PSI though). I'll be routing hydraulic lines from the (stock) rear remote up to the FEL to power the Auger, which should allow for continuous flow @ 18gpm.

I've been looking at the Danuser EP1530 which is rated for 15-30gpm. Looks like it can be had for $3K.
Also, any recommendations for a 24" auger bit for hard clay & frangible rock (sandstone in my case)?

Does anyone think I need to be worried about hydraulic loss routing from the rear remotes? I asked AI and it calculated the losses in the 1-2% range depending on the operating PSI of my tractors hydraulics.

Also, do I need a cross port relief valve? Some augers have this feature built in, but not the Danuser. Do I really need it?

 

[bob11x]

I can’t say with any authority but should be fine. I bought a Landpride SA20 for my kubota L3901. There are different motors depending on flow. Mine only has 5-6gpm. The low speed is 6-15, the next one is 10-20gpm
Auger is a bit slow but works good for my fence posts.

 

[In.the.Piñons]

Nice! How do you store it when not it use. Can you just lay it on the ground like a bucket and use the FEL to pick it up when you need to use it again? Or is it like a PTO auger that needs a stand?

 

[RjCorazza]

My Land Pride ssqa auger gets stored on a pallet shelf, with the auger disconnected. I fork the pallet off the shelf, remove the forks, drive into ssqa auger, lift and attach the auger. It can be stored with the auger attached and ready to go, but it takes up a lot of floor space.
WAY easier than my previous 3 point auger!

 

[bob11x]

The auger can be lifted into a catch on the left and right side (when center mounted) for moving about and also can keep it compact for leaving on a pallet or ground. Better to remove auger (1 bolt) for longer storage.

 

[4570Man]

You only need the cross relief port if the attachment has a lot of kinetic energy which the auger does not. My auger doesn’t have one and it’s a non issue. This machine only has like 12 gpm and it augers great so I wouldn’t be worried about the fluid loss.

 

[In.the.Piñons]

So I spoke to a sales guy at Danuser. Super helpful! He told me that despite my 18gpm tractor's flow rate, the real number would be less because of the hydraulic steering. So 15.9 gpm @ 2,888psi is the usable hydraulic capability. And with that in mind, he recommended the EP1020 (10-20gpm) auger over the EP1530 (15-30).

 

[Squirrel's242]

So I spoke to a sales guy at Danuser. Super helpful! He told me that despite my 18gpm tractor's flow rate, the real number would be less because of the hydraulic steering. So 15.9 gpm @ 2,888psi is the usable hydraulic capability. And with that in mind, he recommended the EP1020 (10-20gpm) auger over the EP1530 (15-30).

I think you'll be happy with the performance. I use an EP615 on my tractor's 3rd function and while it is the smallest auger drive unit, it works.

 

[In.the.Piñons]

I think you'll be happy with the performance. I use an EP615 on my tractor's 3rd function and while it is the smallest auger drive unit, it works.

I ended up changing my mind at the last min and bought a MTL auger. They are made by belltec and have a parker motor. It's rated for 15-35gpm, so I'm going to be on minimum end of that. But it's over $1K cheaper than the Dan when factoring in shipping and tax. Also ordered 24" & 9" auger bits + a 2ft extension.

It'll see infrequent use, so I just can't justify $3500+ on the EP1530.

My electric auger sure beats a shovel, but it's not really up to the task with our clay soil. With 3,000+ lb/ft of torque and 4,000lbs of down force, I can't wait to try this thing.

 

[IXLR8]

I ended up changing my mind at the last min and bought a MTL auger. They are made by belltec and have a parker motor. It's rated for 15-35gpm, so I'm going to be on minimum end of that. But it's over $1K cheaper than the Dan when factoring in shipping and tax. Also ordered 24" & 9" auger bits + a 2ft extension.

It'll see infrequent use, so I just can't justify $3500+ on the EP1530.

My electric auger sure beats a shovel, but it's not really up to the task with our clay soil. With 3,000+ lb/ft of torque and 4,000lbs of down force, I can't wait to try this thing.

Looking forward to hearing your review.... I need a PHD and this looks mighty tempting.