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product_id: 1332012
title: "Yard Butler Roto Digger 30” Auger Drill Bit, IRD-2 - Digging Tool for Effortless Bulb Planting - Multi-Use Drill - Heavy-Duty Garden Tool - Power-Coated Steel - Rust-Resistant"
brand: "yard butler"
price: "£35.74"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Yard Butler"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1332012-yard-butler-roto-digger-30-auger-drill-bit-ird-2
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# Fits 3/8"+ electric/cordless drills 30" heavy-duty auger length Powder-coated rust-resistant steel Yard Butler Roto Digger 30” Auger Drill Bit, IRD-2 - Digging Tool for Effortless Bulb Planting - Multi-Use Drill - Heavy-Duty Garden Tool - Power-Coated Steel - Rust-Resistant

**Brand:** yard butler
**Price:** £35.74
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌱 Dig Deeper, Garden Smarter — Power Up Your Green Thumb!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Yard Butler Roto Digger 30” Auger Drill Bit, IRD-2 - Digging Tool for Effortless Bulb Planting - Multi-Use Drill - Heavy-Duty Garden Tool - Power-Coated Steel - Rust-Resistant by yard butler
- **How much does it cost?** £35.74 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1332012-yard-butler-roto-digger-30-auger-drill-bit-ird-2)

## Best For

- yard butler enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted yard butler brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Durable powder-coated alloy steel resists rust and wear, ensuring a lifetime of gardening success.
- • **Precision Soil Control:** Spiral flute design clears debris efficiently, keeping holes clean and straight for professional results.
- • **Effortless Deep Digging:** 30-inch auger bit powers through soil for quick, deep holes—save time and energy.
- • **Multi-Task Garden Power:** Perfect for planting bulbs, removing weeds, and prepping soil—your all-in-one garden sidekick.
- • **Universal Drill Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with any 3/8" or larger electric or cordless drill—no extra tools needed.

## Overview

The Yard Butler Roto Digger is a 30-inch heavy-duty auger drill bit made from powder-coated alloy steel, designed to attach to any 3/8" or larger electric or cordless drill. It effortlessly digs deep, precise holes for planting bulbs, removing weeds, and soil preparation. Its rust-resistant finish and spiral flute design ensure durability and efficient soil removal, making it an essential, long-lasting tool for serious gardeners seeking to elevate their outdoor projects.

## Description

Nurture your garden and your gardening journey with the Yard Butler Roto Digger. This durable 30" x 1.75" diameter auger drill device takes the hard work out of gardening and makes it easy to create a beautiful garden. This garden tool is designed to attach to any electric or cordless drill that's 3/8" or larger, making it incredibly versatile. Once attached, you can use the power of your drill to quickly dig holes in your garden, saving you time and effort. In addition to making it easy to plant flowers and plants, the Roto Digger is also great for getting rid of pesky weeds. Its drill auger can quickly pulverize soil and dig deep to remove those unwanted plants from your garden. Made from powder-coated durable steel, this garden drill is built to last. Its heavy-duty construction and 30" height make it easy to handle and maneuver, so you can quickly and easily create the garden of your dreams. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting out, the Roto Digger is the perfect gardening tool for you. With its easy-to-use design and versatile compatibility with electric and cordless drills, you'll be able to quickly and effortlessly plant and maintain your garden. Yard Butler is devoted to helping people connect with the earth. Our innovative and tough gardening equipment helps inspire people to discover the joys of gardening or help them be successful on their gardening journey. Made in North America, all Yard Butler products are high-quality, sturdy, and reliable. Tend to your passion and fulfill your gardening dreams with Yard Butler gardening tools and supplies.

Review: It is a great tool for its purposes - I just finished a yard construction job where I, as a homeowner, needed to drill holes about 12" deep to drive steel tubes down into the ground to function as leg supports for a wrought iron trellis. This auger drills 1.25" holes into soil. It worked perfectly. I am not a construction worker and I am not building skyscrapers. This inexpensive tool is spectacular for its purposes and price. I cannot believe some reviewers whine over its quality. It is quite fine for its purposes. It's fabricated as one might expect and works well. I did lots of online research and also drove to several gardening and farm supply stores. NO ONE offered a 1.25" diameter garden auger. I then went home and despite some of the complainer-reviews I ordered this product. The project is complete. The auger is excellent. If your soil hard-packed, perhaps wet it awhile, first. But I had no problem at all.
Review: Excellent for what it is... - When I bought this it was $17. This is not a $50 or $150 dollar tool, and I set my expectations accordingly. It worked very well for me. So far I have 3 holes drilled that are 24" deep in some terrible dirt. I'm hoping to get another 8-10 holes done, but even if not, this thing has already paid for itself. A few tips for using this effectively: 1. Go slowly. This is a huge drill bit for a household drill and it puts a lot of stress on the drill and you. Ease it in, don't lean on it, and back it out every couple of inches to ensure it's clearing debris out of the hole. I set my drill to the slower speed and then turned it very slowly. It's not a race and you're not drilling a 1/4" hole through a 2x4. Give it a chance to work and move the dirt. 2. Try to keep the sides of the hole straight. I let it wobble around on my first hole so the inside of it was lager than the bit. It can't move the dirt out if the hole is too wide. Slow and some care are require to keep the sides straight. 3. Gravel is a real pain. I have 1/2" to 2" gravel buried all over my yard. I had to abandon some holes when I hit a larger rock. You can you 1" gravel up, but you need to ensure it dislodges it. I let it "bite" into the dirt around the gravel and then pulled up on the drill gently. Then I slowly pulled out the bit while rotating it to get the gravel out. You can't expect it to to just fling out big pieces of rock. My trees are going to be so much happier that I can get them some deeper watering. Plenty of other uses for this as well.

## Features

- Effortlessly Plant Bulbs: This durable 30" roto digger attachment takes the hard work out of gardening; attach it to your power drill and dig holes with ease
- Durable Gardening Tool: Made from powder-coated steel, this garden drill is built to last; compatible with any electric or cordless drill that's 3/8" or larger
- Handy Drill for Weeds: The easy-to-use drill auger can easily pulverize the soil and dig deep to get rid of weeds in your garden
- High-Quality Gardening Supplies: Yard Butler garden tools are designed to last a lifetime so you can stop buying plastic or cheap metal products that don't hold up
- Nurture with Yard Butler: Gardening tools and supplies designed to nurture your connection with the earth and passion for gardening

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00EOMCM60 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #179,118 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #89 in Augers & Posthole Diggers |
| Brand | Yard Butler |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (1,850) |
| Finish Type | Power Coated |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 30033607007029 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 13.8 ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 1.75 x 5 x 30 inches |
| Item model number | IRD-2 |
| Manufacturer | Yard Butler |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 1.75 x 5 x 30 inches |
| Shank Type | Straight |
| Surface Recommendation | Soil |
| Tool Flute Type | Spiral |
| UPC | 716080069973 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Yard Butler
- **Finish Type:** Power Coated
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 1.75 x 5 x 30 inches
- **Material:** Alloy Steel
- **Shank Type:** Straight

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It is a great tool for its purposes
*by W***H on May 15, 2020*

I just finished a yard construction job where I, as a homeowner, needed to drill holes about 12" deep to drive steel tubes down into the ground to function as leg supports for a wrought iron trellis. This auger drills 1.25" holes into soil. It worked perfectly. I am not a construction worker and I am not building skyscrapers. This inexpensive tool is spectacular for its purposes and price. I cannot believe some reviewers whine over its quality. It is quite fine for its purposes. It's fabricated as one might expect and works well. I did lots of online research and also drove to several gardening and farm supply stores. NO ONE offered a 1.25" diameter garden auger. I then went home and despite some of the complainer-reviews I ordered this product. The project is complete. The auger is excellent. If your soil hard-packed, perhaps wet it awhile, first. But I had no problem at all.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent for what it is...
*by D***N on September 24, 2014*

When I bought this it was $17. This is not a $50 or $150 dollar tool, and I set my expectations accordingly. It worked very well for me. So far I have 3 holes drilled that are 24" deep in some terrible dirt. I'm hoping to get another 8-10 holes done, but even if not, this thing has already paid for itself. A few tips for using this effectively: 1. Go slowly. This is a huge drill bit for a household drill and it puts a lot of stress on the drill and you. Ease it in, don't lean on it, and back it out every couple of inches to ensure it's clearing debris out of the hole. I set my drill to the slower speed and then turned it very slowly. It's not a race and you're not drilling a 1/4" hole through a 2x4. Give it a chance to work and move the dirt. 2. Try to keep the sides of the hole straight. I let it wobble around on my first hole so the inside of it was lager than the bit. It can't move the dirt out if the hole is too wide. Slow and some care are require to keep the sides straight. 3. Gravel is a real pain. I have 1/2" to 2" gravel buried all over my yard. I had to abandon some holes when I hit a larger rock. You can you 1" gravel up, but you need to ensure it dislodges it. I let it "bite" into the dirt around the gravel and then pulled up on the drill gently. Then I slowly pulled out the bit while rotating it to get the gravel out. You can't expect it to to just fling out big pieces of rock. My trees are going to be so much happier that I can get them some deeper watering. Plenty of other uses for this as well.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great as a compost aerator!
*by S***E on July 5, 2015*

I purchased is tool specifically to use as a compost aerator. We have a big garden and do a lot of composting. We end up with two piles that are about 40" tall. It becomes really difficult to turn the compost properly after it exceeds about 30 inches in height. I purchased the 30" auger and this sucker drills down beautifully and works the compost into a fine crumbly consistency. I agree with other reviews that the key is to keep the tool moving. If you just let it drill down, it tends to get stuck and the drill bucks back pretty well. If you work the tool in and out of the compacted compost, or soil, then it will keep working smoothly. It does offer some resistance of course, and will take some effort. It's not a magic bullet. I use a DeWalt cordless hammer drill and I keep two fully charged lithium batteries on hand. I can aerate an entire 36" x 30" x 30" compost pile in about fifteen minutes. I have also used it to till some harder soil. It is suitable for small jobs, anything large and you'll see its limitations rather quickly. You'll need to do as the other reviews have said. Take a flat file and square off the rod about 1.5" where the rod meets the chuck. You just need to get the circle to have four edges, you don't need a perfect square. So, I find it to be an adequate light-duty tiller and auger, but it makes a truly superb compost aerator! I give it a FOUR.

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