A one-person four-stroke auger for buyers who would rather not mix fuel. It handles fence posts and planting holes up to 8 in.
Farm & Fleet $339.99
A cheap 52cc powerhead for buyers who already own 7/8 in bits. Specs are thin, so it is hard to compare with name brands.
- 52 cc gasPower
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- 52cc engine for the price of many 43cc powerheads
- Standard 7/8 in shaft takes most bits
- Primer bulb for easier starts
- No bit in the box
- No reverse, and no published torque, weight or warranty
- Two-stroke engine needs mixed fuel
The GardenTrax 1-Person Earth Auger family
Every GardenTrax 1-Person Earth Auger model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own power.
| Model | Power | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| GardenTrax 52cc Dual Spiral Auger Combo | 52 cc gas | 3.8/5 | $229.99 |
| GardenTrax 43cc Earth Auger Combo | 43 cc gas | 3.6/5 | $159.99 |
| GardenTrax 52cc 1-Person Powerhead (this one) | 52 cc gas | 3.2/5 | $189.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | GTD52 |
|---|---|
| Drilling | |
| Power | 52 cc gas |
| Bit included | None |
| Bit speed | 250 rpm |
| Build | |
| Operators | 1 |
Alternatives in this power
The spline-shaft version of the Dually for buyers who change bits often or want the Outrigger arm. Others can save with the 10310.
Amazon $389.99A bare-bones 43cc powerhead for buyers who already have bits. With so little published, a name brand is the safer pick.
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