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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.
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.
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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.