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Drill Faster, Straighter, Smarter: Meet the Hyundai 52cc Petrol Earth Auger

Drill Faster, Straighter, Smarter: Meet the Hyundai 52cc Petrol Earth Auger

If you’re planting trees, setting fence posts, or building a deck, the hardest part is always the holes. The Hyundai Petrol Auger 52cc turns slow, back-breaking digging into a fast, one-person job—clean, straight holes in minutes, not hours. With a high-torque 52cc engine, anti-vibration design and three quick-swap drill bits, it’s the compact workhorse Aussie tradies and DIYers love. 

Why this auger?

  • Power that bites: A durable 52cc 2-stroke engine delivers strong mid-range torque, so you don’t have to run it flat-out—great for fuel economy and engine life. 

  • Three jobs, one tool: Comes with 100mm, 150mm, and 200mm steel auger bits—ideal for plants, star pickets, fence posts and small footings. Quick-release makes bit changes fast. Max drilling depth up to 730mm. 

  • Controlled, comfortable digging: Anti-vibration system, large vibration-reducing handlebar, and fingertip throttle + safety trigger on the right-hand grip keep holes straight and wrists happier. Approx. 13kg for a strong power-to-weight feel. 

  • Built tough for Aussie conditions: Heavy-duty air filter and gear reduction in a rugged frame for long service life. Shipped from an Australian warehouse with local support. 

What’s in the box

HYEA5200X power head, 100/150/200mm drill bits, 2-stroke mixing bottle, user manual and toolkit—everything you need to start drilling straight away. 

Perfect for

  • Boundary and rural fencing

  • Deck footings and pergola posts

  • Landscaping & tree planting

  • Retaining wall & garden edging

  • Farm, acreage and building maintenance

How to choose your bit size

  • 100mm: star pickets, small plants, testing holes

  • 150mm: standard fence posts, medium shrubs

  • 200mm: heavier posts, deck stirrups, larger plantings
    Swap bits in seconds with the quick-release collar to match the job. 

5-step quick start (and safety)

  1. Mix fresh petrol/oil as specified, fill the 1L tank

  2. Fit your bit and check the safety trigger/throttle on the right-hand grip. 

  3. Mark hole locations; start at low revs to keep holes straight.

  4. Let the auger do the work—don’t fight it. Clear spoil as you go.

  5. Between holes: check bit tightness and give the air filter some love for longevity. 


FAQs (to reduce pre-purchase friction)

How deep can it drill?
Up to 730mm with the supplied bits (soil conditions permitting). 

What ground can it handle?
Designed to penetrate tough, compacted soils. Avoid solid rock; pre-soak very hard ground if needed.

Is it heavy?
It’s designed for high power-to-weight use, around 13kg, with an anti-vibration system to help on longer sessions. 

What support is available?
Australian dispatch, local parts and customer care; see the product page for current warranty details. ts


Ready to work when you are

Save time on every hole, get cleaner results, and take on bigger projects with confidence. Add the Hyundai Petrol Auger 52cc to your cart and turn hard digging into a one-hand job.

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