Post Hole Diggers

What makes a BALDAN PSH compatible with CASE IH tractors

1) 3-point hitch (3PL) match

• The PSH mounts on the tractor’s rear 3-point hitch.

• Most CASE IH utility and larger tractors use Category I or Category II 3-point linkage.

• If the PSH frame is Cat I and your tractor is Cat II (or vice versa), you can still fit it using approved hitch pins/bushings so the pin sizes and spacing match correctly.

2) PTO match

• PSH diggers are typically driven by the tractor’s rear PTO (commonly 540 rpm on many utility tractors).

• Compatibility means:

  • Your CASE IH tractor has the PTO speed required (usually 540).

  • The tractor’s PTO horsepower is within the safe working range for the auger size (9”, 12”, 18”).

3) Power and stability

• Bigger augers need more torque and make the implement heavier on the rear.

• Compatibility also depends on:

  • Tractor weight and wheelbase (stability)

  • Proper ballast (front weights if needed)

  • Strong lift capacity on the 3-point hitch

Practical pairing guide for CASE IH tractors (simple and safe)

• 9” auger: Works well on most compact and utility CASE IH tractors with 3PL + 540 PTO.

• 12” auger: Best on utility tractors (more torque, better stability).

• 18” auger: Prefer heavier utility or higher HP tractors to avoid stalling, overheating driveline parts, or front lift.

What to check before you mount it (quick checklist)

1. 3-point hitch category on your CASE IH tractor (Cat I or Cat II).

2. PTO speed on the tractor (540 is most common).

3. PTO horsepower (enough for the auger size and soil type).

4. Top link + stabilizers: tighten and align so the auger stays vertical.

5. Shear bolt / slip clutch on the driveline is in place and correct (this protects your PTO and gearbox when the auger hits rock/roots).

Real-world note for Uganda conditions

For hard, dry soils, murram, or rocky patches, you want:

• a tractor with more torque,

• correct shear bolt/slip clutch setup,

• and steady PTO speed (do not overspeed).
  This prevents breaking pins, twisting PTO shafts, and premature gearbox wear.