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Uncover Versatility with the Kwik-Trench

Uncover Versatility with the Kwik-Trench

Last updated Feb 23, 2026

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In today’s world, versatility is key. Contractors, do-it-yourselfers and golf course superintendents constantly look for ways to reduce expenses and increase productivity for landscaping jobs, sprinkler installation and more. This means, the more applications a product can handle, the more valuable it becomes.

The Kwik-Trench Mini Trencher from Little Beaver is a great example of such a versatile machine. Whether you’re a homeowner or business owner, the Kwik-Trench offers a solution for a wide range of tasks, all in one easy-to-operate package.

Tailored for the Task

The Kwik-Trench is available in two models, the KT200B and the KT2400B. These mini trenchers cater to different jobsite requirements. The KT200B and KT2400B are perfect for projects that require shallow trenches, tight spaces and more maneuverability. The KT200B is a lightweight model and the KT2400B, while still highly maneuverable, is better for jobs that need more power and deeper trenches.

Check out the unique features of the Kwik-Trench below:

  • Cutter Wheel Design

Where other trenchers require teeth to be welded directly onto the cutter wheel, the Kwik-Trench has a bolt-on tooth system. This design speeds up maintenance and allows quick tooth changes to match the application.

  • High-Performance Teeth

The Kwik-Trench’s carbide-tipped, hardened steel teeth can cut through tree roots and easily create trenches for irrigation lines in silty or sandy soil while the specialized Super Xtra Rock Teeth expand trenching capabilities into dense clay, asphalt and rocky soil.

  • Customizable Trench Dimensions

The Kwik-Trench features adjustable widths and depths, allowing operators to adapt to the task at hand and improve overall productivity. The KT200B has width options between 1 to 3 inches and depths down to 8 inches while the KT2400B features width options from 1 to 4 inches and adjustable depths down to 12 inches. This means you can customize the trench dimensions to the specific job. This adaptability minimizes the manual labor often associated with incorrect trench sizes where crews may need to expand or deepen trenches by hand when their trencher doesn’t cut wide enough or deep enough.

Meeting Diverse Applications

The practical design, adjustable settings and model options make the Kwik-Trench an attractive solution for a wide range of users across industries. Here are just a few examples:

  • Landscaping Contractors use the Kwik-Trench for professional edging, installing silt fences and burying wires for landscape lighting.
  • Utility Contractors benefit from the Kwik-Trench’s cutting speeds to quickly bury phone lines, shallow plumbing lines and drainage lines as well as low-voltage wires for satellite dishes, cable or phones.
  • Homeowners find the Kwik-Trench to be user-friendly and simple for installing sprinkler systems or burying an electric dog fence.
  • Golf Course Superintendents depend on the Kwik-Trench’s carbide-tipped, hardened steel teeth to manage problem tree roots and dig clean trenches for irrigation system maintenance.

With its intuitive design, convenient model options and broad application appeal, the Kwik-Trench is a great addition to any landscaper’s toolbox and a cost-effective option for DIY enthusiasts. Both Kwik-Trench models even come with an optional tilt bed utility trailer which makes moving the trencher from job to job easier.

For more ways to maximize your ROI, reach out to Little Beaver’s experts today.

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Mechanical vs. Hydraulic Earth Drills: How to Make the Best Choice

Mechanical vs. Hydraulic Earth Drills: How to Make the Best Choice

Last updated Feb 20, 2026

Factors to Consider

Choosing between mechanical and hydraulic earth drilling equipment is as simple as evaluating the type of work that needs to be done and the environmental conditions that will affect your drilling. Factors like soil type, hole size and auger speed requirements can help you decide whether a Mechanical Earth Drill or Hydraulic Earth Drill will be more effective for your next project.

Explore our infographic below for a quick guide on choosing the right drill for a job, then keep reading to dive into more detail.

Mechanical or hydraulic earth drill

Little Beaver’s Mechanical Earth Drill is your go-to for speed and efficiency. This one-man auger is lightweight, easy to maneuver and makes quick work of sandy soils. Our mechanical drills give you high-speed rotation to the tune of 360 rpm, which delivers clean holes fast. It’s the ideal post hole digger for fence posts, decks and other light-to-medium duty tasks where efficiency matters.

If the scope of your project calls for more power, our Hydraulic Earth Drill is a top choice. It’s built for rocky, clay or frozen soils and can drill large-diameter holes. Hydraulic earth drills operate at a lower speed than mechanical drills but offer more torque for these heavy-duty projects. Despite its robust power, you can easily lift it out of holes using its reversible drive.

While both our mechanical and hydraulic drills are fitted with excellent features to get drilling jobs done, each offers specific benefits to your next project.

Contact our team to learn more about which of our one-man earth drills offers the most efficiency for your operation.

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Reimagine Your Fencing Capabilities

Reimagine Your Fencing Capabilities

Dec 5, 2025

Equipment for Unique Fence Installation Jobs

Little Beaver is known in fencing circles for fast and efficient posthole diggers, like our Mechanical and Hydraulic Earth Drills. But our equipment’s capabilities don’t stop there. We know that your projects can vary and expand beyond setting traditional fences — like installing a dog fence or shallow electrical lines that run along a fence. That’s why we offer multiple equipment options for fencing, landscaping and more.

Here’s how our equipment can help streamline your projects:

Underground Fencing

Some fencing projects, like pet fencing, involve digging underground lines around the perimeter of a yard. Digging by hand makes the project longer and harder to complete. But what other option do you have?

Well, there’s our Kwik-Trench mini trencher. We offer two options: the KT 200B and the KT 2400B. The KT 200B is built for lighter-duty jobs and smaller yards while the KT 2400B is for more demanding applications in tougher soils. Here are the overall benefits of both options:Mini-trencher silt fence installation

  • Minimal turf disturbance
  • Trenching speed up to 30 feet per minute
  • Trench depth range of 6-12 inches
  • Compact with a practical cutter wheel design
  • Maneuverable for tight spaces

The Kwik-Trench offers a safe, easy way to dig a uniform trench with consistent depth and size. For fencing contractors, a mini trencher saves hours of hand digging, significantly speeding up trenching tasks. It also creates the opportunity to support other projects, like installing electrical lines for landscape lighting.

Crossing Under Obstacles

Horizontal boring applicationsSometimes, underground fencing and electrical lines need to go underneath an obstacle, such as a sidewalk or a driveway. This task traditionally requires manual tunneling or cutting through the concrete to the ground below. Both of these options are time consuming, and breaking through the concrete diminishes the strength of the entire slab.

If you’re already using our Mechanical Earth Drill for fence installation, or if you’re considering adding one to your fleet, remember that it can be more than just a posthole digger. Our Horizontal Boring Kits pair with your Little Beaver Mechanical Earth Drill and bore cleanly underneath obstacles without disturbing the surface. There are two kits to choose from: a sidewalk boring kit and a driveway boring kit.

The sidewalk boring kit is a dry boring solution that’s perfect for smaller spans like those underneath sidewalks and includes a 5-foot auger with a 3-inch diameter bit and a 5-foot extension with a universal wiggle joint. The driveway boring kit is a wet boring solution and bores up to 50 feet underneath driveways or parking lots. The kit includes the option of a 2-, 3- or 4-inch drill bit as well as a swivel adapter, swivel assembly and horizontal boring key. To complete the kit, operators will need to use a garden hose, 3/4-inch Schedule 80 water pipe and 3/4-inch pipe collar. Both kits connect to our Mechanical Earth Drill.

Expand Your Capabilities

An earth drill isn’t the only piece of equipment from our line that can help optimize your projects. Once you’ve invested in an earth drill, you can expand outward with other solutions to boost your productivity and expand your capabilities. Contact our experts today to learn more about how our equipment can be used for fencing and landscaping.

Get Attached to Your Drill

Get Attached to Your Drill

Last updated Sep 17, 2025

Horizontal boring kitWhether you’re a contractor or taking on DIY landscaping projects, efficiency, precision and safety are essential for a successful job. However, tackling different horizontal boring jobs typically means investing in multiple specialized machines and costs can add up quickly.

But we have you covered.

Designed for the Little Beaver Mechanical Earth Drill, our horizontal boring attachment packages allow you to handle a range of jobs from landscape lighting to sprinkler systems and drain tile, all with one machine. Here’s how our horizontal boring kits for the Mechanical Earth Drill help you do more with less.

 

Earth drill horizontal boring kitsA Versatile Machine

Our horizontal boring attachments are designed to work with Little Beaver Mechanical Earth Drills, the top choice for rental store owners, fencing contractors and other professionals who need a one-man auger that’s safe, efficient and easy to operate. The lightweight Mechanical Earth Drill packs a punch with a high-speed auger reaching drilling speeds of 360 rpm, providing faster and cleaner drilling than competitive models. We offer various auger sizes, from 1.5-inch-diameter for soil sampling to 16-inch-diameter nursery augers, ensuring your earth drill is properly equipped for the task at hand. The drills feature a steel torque tube to protect users from dangerous kickback, allowing for safe one-man operation for fence installation, planting trees and other landscaping projects.

 

Mechanical earth drill horizontal boring driveway attachmentSidewalk or Driveway?

We offer two horizontal boring kits which easily pair with the Mechanical Earth Drill by simply replacing the auger with the boring attachments. True to its name, the Sidewalk Boring Kit allows you to quickly bore up to 5 feet under sidewalks, paths or drainage ditches to easily install electrical, water and plumbing lines. Utilizing a 3-inch-diameter auger and wiggle joint extension that are lightweight and easy to install, the Sidewalk Kit allows you to bore underneath the concrete without damage, preserving surface integrity and eliminating the need for restoration and repair.

If you’re taking on a bigger job, the robust Driveway Boring Kit can bore up to 50 feet under wider spaces such as driveways, roads and parking lots. Its extended reach equips you to do more complex underground installations like irrigation systems, electrical conduit or communication cables. The Driveway Kit’s expandable design gives you the flexibility to adjust the setup based on the desired bore length. This kit features a water drill bit, swivel adapter, swivel assembly and a horizontal drill key. To complete the setup, you’ll also need a garden hose, water pipe for the length of the bore plus 15 feet and necessary couplings. The water from the hose runs through the water pipe to flush out the cuttings for a clean result. Like the Sidewalk Kit, our Driveway Kit saves time and money by keeping concrete and asphalt surfaces intact.

 

More Bang for Your Buck

So, whether you’re a homeowner taking matters into your own hands for those yard upgrades, or a contractor taking on summer landscaping jobs, our horizontal boring kits can turn your Mechanical Earth Drill into a multifunctional workhorse. Instead of needing multiple machines to tackle horizontal boring and drilling jobs, investing in attachments for your earth drill is a cost-effective solution with rapid ROI.

Ready to get to work? Contact us to learn more about how our Mechanical Earth Drill and horizontal boring attachment offerings can save you time and money.

A Formula for Increased Fencing Profit

A Formula for Increased Fencing Profit

Last updated Jun 3, 2025

Mechanical Earth Drill for Fencing

There’s a lot of math involved in running a fencing company. Calculating the time required to complete a job, the number of crew members that will be needed on site, how many jobs the operation can take on and the cost of materials is just the beginning to ensure the business will be profitable. Every opportunity to reduce the time spent on the installation process and maximize resources on the jobsite has a direct impact on the bottom line.

A significant line item in any fencing operation’s calculation is its equipment cost. Most residential fence installers invest in an earth drill to speed up the posthole digging process.

This key piece of equipment has a big impact on a fencing crew’s productivity, and, with the right features, this expense can lead to a big boost in the bottom line.

 

Hydraulic earth drill fencing

One is Less Than Two

There are many portable earth drill options on the market, but most require two-man operation for safety. When an earth drill hits an obstacle underground, it can jerk and jar the operator with enough force to result in injury. Because this is so dangerous, most drills require two operators to hold the drill steady and combat these effects. However, Little Beaver’s torque tube makes one-man drilling possible with both our Mechanical and Hydraulic Earth Drills by redirecting kickback to the engine carriage as opposed to the handles.

When you can subtract one operator from the drilling process, the labor cost for that step is cut in half. Multiply that by dozens of postholes for a single fencing job and the savings add up. The second crew member can be reassigned elsewhere, such as following behind and placing the fence posts, to optimize the workforce on the jobsite.

 

Double Drilling SpeedLittle Beaver fencing- decrease labor. Increase Profits.

Ready for more math? One of the key advantages of our Mechanical Earth Drill is its operational speed — the auger can rotate at up to 360 RPM. Most other drills can’t meet this speed in a one-man drilling package and it’s common to see competitive drills operating at half that pace.

The Mechanical Earth Drill can create a posthole in less than one minute, cutting down on drilling time and speeding up the installation process. The fast rotation speed also creates a smoother, cleaner hole than other posthole digging options, reducing time required to prepare the hole for the fence post. By cutting back on time spent digging, contractors can complete more projects in less time, bringing additional income into the equation.

 

Do The Math

The common denominator leading to one-man drilling and increased drilling speed is Little Beaver’s Mechanical Earth Drill. With reduced labor requirements and improved safety features, our earth drills provide both short- and long-term financial benefits.

Calculate your potential savings! Learn more about how Little Beaver earth drills can increase fencing revenue with faster drilling today.