Backhoes

DT11 SERIES

14-in. discharge auger
Durable chain for light-duty jobs
iMatch^TMcompatible

PHD0 SERIES

Dependable, rugged gearbox
Safety shielding covers auger and power take-off
Optional downforce kits
Optional hook-up stand

PHD1 SERIES

Parking Stand
Dependable & Rugged Gearbox (6-year Warranty)
Auger Alignment Handle
Anti-Burying Auger Plate

260B BACKHOE

Large, easy-access step and hand brace
Upgraded valve provides smooth hydraulics for precise control
Available field-install thumb option
Stabilizer, boom and swing locks accessible from the operators seat

270B BACKHOE

3-point Hitch Quick-attach Mounting System
Large, easy-access step and hand brace
Upgraded valve provides smooth hydraulics for precise control
Available field-install thumb option

370B BACKHOE

Stabilizers, boom and swing locks accessible from the operators seat
Large, easy-access step and hand brace
Upgraded valve provides smooth hydraulics for precise control
Available field-install thumb option

375A BACKHOE

Valve spools have machined-metering grooves to allow smooth operation and precise control of several functions
Improved feel and feathering capabilities
Strong sub-frame to ensure the tractor frame can handle the forces created from digging and transporting

385A BACKHOE

Valve spools have machined-metering grooves to allow smooth operation and precise control of several functions
Improved feel and feathering capabilities
Strong subframe to ensure the tractor frame can handle the forces created from digging and transporting

485 BACKHOE

The exclusive rockshaft assist (RSA) mounting system makes hooking up the backhoe simple and quick.
Unique 4-point quick-attach system allows you to install the backhoe from the seat.
The RSA design positions the backhoe closer to the tractor.

485A BACKHOE

Controls are located on the tower, which allows easier access to the operator station
A curved power boom gives you a better view of the digging area
Seat-locking mechanism keeps the seat out of the way when the backhoe is not in use
Sturdy grab handle on the control tower ensures ease of entering and exiting the tractor

595 BACKHOE

Full 180-degree swing provides increased productivity
Quik-Tatch mounting for quick and easy mounting and dismounting
Comfortable operator's area for increased productivity

Digging Attachments for John Deere Tractors

Adding a rear digging attachment turns a compact or utility tractor into a machine that can dig trenches for water lines, set footings, clear stumps and load material, all with the same tractor that mows and plows snow. This page also includes post hole diggers and a trencher for fence and drainage work.

Koenig Equipment sells, installs and services these attachments across Ohio and Indiana. Tell us which tractor you own or plan to buy, and our team will confirm the right match.

Man operating a green John Deere tractor with a front-end loader dumping dirt

Which Attachment Fits Your Tractor and Your Job?

Fit depends on your tractor model, frame size and hydraulics, so the right choice starts with the tractor. Here is how the models on this page compare.

Model	Mounting	Highlights
260B	Rear mounting brackets	Stabilizer, boom and swing locks reachable from the seat, field-install thumb option
270B	Three-point hitch quick-attach	Mid-mower deck can stay on the tractor, field-install thumb option
370B	Rear mounting brackets, draft arms stay on	Locks reachable from the seat, field-install thumb option
375A and 385A	Rear mounting brackets with strong subframe	Machined-metering valve spools for smooth control, curved power boom
485	Rockshaft assist (RSA) 4-point quick-attach	Install from the seat, mount plates work with mid-mount attachments
485A	Rear mounting brackets with strong subframe	Controls on the tower, curved power boom, seat-locking mechanism
595	Quik-Tatch subframe for 5 Series tractors	Full 180-degree swing, 180-degree bucket curl
PHD0 and PHD1 Series	Three-point hitch post hole diggers	Rugged gearbox, PHD1 adds a parking stand, auger alignment handle and anti-burying plate
DT11 Series	Category 1, iMatch compatible trencher	Up to 36 inch trench depth, 14 inch spoil auger, for 15 to 30 PTO HP tractors

Model pages show our current price where one is listed. For the others, request a quote and our team will price the attachment with any mounting kit your tractor needs.

Installed, Serviced and Supported by Koenig

Our service technicians install mounting kits and digging attachments, check hydraulics and service the pins, hoses and cylinders that take the most wear. Genuine John Deere and Frontier parts, from bucket teeth to hydraulic hoses, are stocked at your Koenig store and available on Koenig Marketplace.

Schedule service or call the store nearest you to talk through your project.

Koenig Equipment technician in safety glasses and gloves adjusting components and belts on a green John Deere machine

Building a Tractor Package or Shopping Used?

See the John Deere compact tractor packages, compare compact utility tractors and front loaders, or step up to the 5 Series for the 595. Browse used compact tractor attachments for sale at Koenig, updated as units come in.

Tractor Digging Attachment FAQs

Which tractor do I need for a rear digging attachment?
Each model is built for specific tractor series and frames, and many need a mounting kit. The 595, for example, mounts to 5 Series tractors with a Quik-Tatch subframe. Tell us your tractor model and our team will confirm the right attachment and kit.

Can I add a hydraulic thumb?
Yes, on several models. The 260B, 270B and 370B offer a field-install thumb option, which helps when grabbing rocks, stumps and brush.

Do I have to remove my mid-mower deck?
Not always. The 270B is compatible with a mid-mount mower so the deck can stay on, and the 485 RSA mount plates stay on the tractor and work with mid-mount attachments.

How does a three-point quick-attach model hook up?
On the 270B, you remove the top link, lower the three-point hitch, back the tractor in to engage the lift rods in the mainframe slots, then secure it with the locking pin. Always follow the operator manual, and our team is happy to walk you through it.

Do you also sell post hole diggers?
Yes. The PHD0 and PHD1 Series post hole diggers mount to the three-point hitch, and the PHD1 adds a parking stand, an auger alignment handle and an anti-burying auger plate.