Wild Badger Power 40V Earth Auger
#5 in BatteryFull review
A complete 40V kit for homeowners setting fence posts and planting in ordinary soil. It is light and has reverse, but it is not built for rocky ground.
Amazon $349.99$349.99
3.8/5
A complete battery kit for homeowners digging fence and planting holes up to 8 in. Good value if you are on Worx batteries.
- 40 V batteryPower
- 8 inLargest bit
- 80 N·mTorque
- 26.9 lbWeight
Check price at Amazon$382.99
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Kit includes two batteries, a dual charger and an 8 in bit
- Two speeds plus reverse
- Runs on the same 20V PowerShare batteries as other Worx tools
Cons
- Needs both batteries installed to run
- Worx gives two different torque figures
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 | WG865 |
|---|---|
| Drilling | |
| Power | 40 V battery |
| Battery included | Yes |
| Batteries in the kit | 8 Ah |
| Largest bit | 8 in |
| Bit included | 8 in |
| Torque | 80 N·m |
| Bit speed | 220 rpm |
| Reverse | Yes |
| Build | |
| Operators | 1 |
| Weight | 26.9 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
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