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Ground Hog Honda GX160 Two-Man Auger Rental

NorthPoint Equipment Rentals

There's a moment every contractor and serious DIYer knows well. You're standing at the edge of a job site, shovel in hand, staring at ground that looks back at you like a challenge. Rock just beneath the surface. Clay so dense it laughs at manual tools. Soil that's been packed down for decades and has no intention of cooperating.

That moment ends the second you fire up the Ground Hog Honda GX160 Two-Man Earth Auger.

At NorthPoint Equipment Rentals, we rent equipment that actually works — and the Ground Hog GX160 DuoDig is one of the hardest working machines in our entire fleet. Whether you're a professional contractor juggling multiple job sites across the Lakes Region or a dedicated homeowner tackling a major outdoor build, this two-man auger transforms one of the most physically demanding tasks in outdoor work into something fast, precise, and almost satisfying.

The Engine That Never Lets You Down

Everything starts with the Honda GX160 4-Stroke Engine — and for good reason. Honda didn't build the GX160 to be impressive on paper. They built it to start on a cold New Hampshire morning without drama, run all day without complaint, and still be turning over strong on the last hole of the job. Consistent torque output means it doesn't bog down when the bit hits a root or a patch of stubborn clay. Impressive fuel efficiency means fewer interruptions and more footage covered per tank. And the kind of long-term reliability Honda is known for worldwide means when you pick up this auger from NorthPoint, it's going to perform — full stop.

Two Operators. One Serious Advantage.

The two-man design of the GX160 DuoDig isn't just about splitting the workload — though your back will certainly appreciate that. It's about control, safety, and precision that single-operator machines simply can't match.

When two operators share the handles, dangerous kickback becomes a manageable force instead of a job site hazard. Rotational torque is distributed and braced by two sets of hands, two planted stances, and two sets of eyes watching the bit go down straight. The result is holes that are perfectly vertical, consistently sized, and exactly where you want them — even on uneven or sloped terrain where single-operator augers tend to wander.

Prolonged digging sessions become far less punishing when the effort is shared. You work longer, dig more holes, and finish stronger than you started. That's not just comfort — that's productivity you can measure at the end of the day.

Heavy-Duty Transmission Built for NH Soil

New Hampshire has some of the most varied and challenging soil conditions in the Northeast. Sandy loam gives way to dense clay. Clay gives way to packed gravel. And just when you think you've found soft ground, a rock the size of a basketball says otherwise.

The GX160 DuoDig handles it all through a 21:1 gear ratio heavy-duty gear drive transmission that delivers maximum torque directly to the bit without hesitation. This isn't a transmission that struggles when conditions get tough — it's engineered specifically for the moments when conditions get tough. Compacted earth, tangled roots, mixed rocky soils — the gear drive pushes through with consistent, reliable force so you stay in the hole and keep moving forward.

The Right Bit for Every Job

One auger. Four bit sizes. Endless versatility.

NorthPoint provides access to 6", 8", 10", and 12" auger bits with your GX160 rental, giving you the flexibility to match the tool precisely to the task:

• 6" Bit — Small fence posts, sign stakes, narrow planting holes, ground rod installations.
• 8" Bit — Standard fence posts, mailbox posts, medium shrub planting, light utility work.
• 10" Bit — Deck pier footings, sonotubes, larger tree planting, pergola and gazebo foundations.
• 12" Bit — Heavy structural footings, large diameter posts, substantial tree and shrub installations, pole barn construction.

No matter what the job calls for, there's a bit ready to match it — and our team will help you select the right one before you head out.

Built Tough. Designed Smart.

The heavy-duty steel frame of the GX160 DuoDig isn't there for aesthetics. It's there to absorb impact, protect the engine and transmission, and hold everything together under the kind of continuous heavy use that lesser machines don't survive. Job site abuse is a given — and the Ground Hog is built with that reality in mind.

The centrifugal clutch adds a critical layer of protection by automatically disengaging the bit if it encounters an unmovable obstruction, protecting both the operator and the equipment from sudden, violent stops. The recoil starter keeps ignition simple and dependable regardless of weather conditions.

And despite all of this power and durability, the GX160 DuoDig comes in at a manageable 72 lbs — compact enough to fit in the bed of a pickup, light enough for two people to load and unload without a struggle, and maneuverable enough to reach digging points across even complex job sites.

What Can You Dig?

The GX160 DuoDig doesn't specialize — it excels across the full range of post hole and earth auger applications:

• Residential & Commercial Fence Installation — Privacy fences, picket fences, chain link, split rail, farm fencing — uniform, evenly spaced holes every time.
• Deck Construction & Pier Footings — Deep, consistent holes for post bases and sonotubes that give your deck the foundation it needs to last decades.
• Pergolas, Gazebos & Outdoor Structures — Properly set structural posts for outdoor living spaces that stay safe and stable season after season.
• Tree & Shrub Planting — Perfect root-sized holes that give new plantings the best possible start.
• Agricultural Fencing — Livestock containment, crop protection, vineyard trellises — built for volume across large open fields.
• Sign & Marker Installation — Plumb, precise holes for commercial signage, property markers, and wayfinding posts.
• Mailbox & Residential Post Setting — Fast, clean results without the hand-digging misery.
• Pole Barn & Outbuilding Construction — Multiple deep, uniform holes for support beams and structural posts across large footprints.
• Light Utility Work — Ground rod installations, marker posts, irrigation system supports, and more.
• Landscaping & Garden Features — Trellises, edging posts, garden borders — professional results on any scale.

Two Locations. All of New Hampshire Covered.

NorthPoint Equipment Rentals operates from two strategically placed locations across the state, so your search for the right auger rental never takes you far:

? Ashland, NH — 130 Main St (Exit 24, I-93) Your gateway to the Lakes Region and White Mountains. Proudly serving Plymouth, Meredith, Laconia, Wolfeboro, Moultonborough, Campton, Lincoln, Littleton, Bristol, Holderness, Center Harbor, Sandwich, Thornton, Bridgewater, and all of Northern NH.

? Tilton, NH — 185 Laconia Road (Exit 20, I-93) Central NH's equipment hub. Serving Laconia, Gilford, Belmont, Franklin, Sanbornton, Northfield, Loudon, Canterbury, Concord, Hooksett, and extending to Manchester and Nashua for weekly and monthly rentals.

Statewide delivery is available on all weekly and monthly rentals — so no project in New Hampshire is ever truly out of reach.

The NorthPoint Difference

Renting from NorthPoint isn't just a transaction — it's a partnership. Here's what you get every single time:

• ? Free Local Delivery — Equipment delivered straight to your job site within our local delivery zone. No hauling, no hassle.
• ? Best Price Guarantee — Find a better local rate for a comparable rental? We'll beat it. No questions asked.
• ? Loyalty Rewards Program — Three exclusive reward tiers that grow the more you rent. The relationship pays off.
• ? NorthPoint Charge Account — Rent now, pay later. Keep your project moving without billing delays.
• ? 24/7 Online Booking — Reserve your auger anytime — midnight, Sunday morning, whenever works for you.
• ?️ Expert Staff Guidance — Our team helps you select the right bit size for your soil and project, and walks you through safe operation before you leave.
• ✅ Meticulously Maintained Equipment — Every machine is inspected, serviced, and cleaned after every rental. When it leaves our lot, it's ready to work.
• ? Local, Family-Owned Service — We're not a chain. We're your neighbors, and we treat every rental like it matters — because to us, it does.

Flexible Rental Periods for Every Project

Dig Smarter. Finish Faster. Rent from NorthPoint Today.

New Hampshire's ground isn't going to dig itself — but with the Ground Hog Honda GX160 Two-Man Earth Auger from NorthPoint Equipment Rentals, it might as well.

? Book Online 24/7 at northpointrentals.com ? Ashland, NH: 603-375-4161 ? Tilton, NH: 603-499-7926 ? Free Local Delivery within our local delivery zone

NorthPoint Equipment Rentals, LLC — Your Job. Our Equipment. Let's Get To Work.