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John Deere · Post Hole Diggers

Post Hole Diggers That Fit the John Deere 1023E

0 of 7 post hole diggers fit by the makers’ ratings, 5 fit with one thing to check, and 2 don’t. Each is checked against the 1023E’s 16 PTO hp, a Category 1 limited hitch and 758 lb lift at 24 in.

Answer

What Size Post Hole Digger Fits a 1023E

By the published numbers, the 1023E handles post hole diggers listed below. The ones that don't fit fail on horsepower (2).

Fits, check first

Titan Standard Series 30 HP Post Hole Digger

148 lb (frame only) · Cat 1

  • Horsepower Titan Attachments rates it for up to 30 tractor HP. The 1023E has 21 engine HP.
  • 3-point hitch The implement is Category 1. John Deere lists the 1023E hitch as Category 1 limited, so confirm the lower link spacing with the dealer before buying.
  • Lift capacity It weighs 148 lb plus the auger. The 1023E lifts 758 lb 24 in behind the lift points.
  • PTO It runs on a 540 rpm PTO. The 1023E has a 540 rpm rear PTO.

$1,139.97 lowest listed, PalletForks.com

3.6 of 5 from 22 reviews at PalletForks.com (all sizes in that listing)

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Prices checked October 2026. Freight varies.

Fits, check first

Titan Standard Series 60 HP Post Hole Digger

237 lb (frame only) · Cat 1

  • Horsepower Titan Attachments rates it for up to 60 tractor HP. The 1023E has 21 engine HP.
  • 3-point hitch The implement is Category 1. John Deere lists the 1023E hitch as Category 1 limited, so confirm the lower link spacing with the dealer before buying.
  • Lift capacity It weighs 237 lb plus the auger. The 1023E lifts 758 lb 24 in behind the lift points.
  • PTO It runs on a 540 rpm PTO. The 1023E has a 540 rpm rear PTO.

$1,099.97 lowest listed, PalletForks.com

3.6 of 5 from 22 reviews at PalletForks.com (all sizes in that listing)

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Prices checked October 2026. Freight varies.

Fits, check first

Land Pride PD10 Post Hole Digger

120 lb (frame only) · Cat 1

  • Horsepower Land Pride rates it for 15–30 tractor HP. The 1023E has 21 engine HP.
  • 3-point hitch The implement is Category 1. John Deere lists the 1023E hitch as Category 1 limited, so confirm the lower link spacing with the dealer before buying.
  • Lift capacity It weighs 120 lb plus the auger. The 1023E lifts 758 lb 24 in behind the lift points.
  • PTO It runs on a 540 rpm PTO. The 1023E has a 540 rpm rear PTO.

Dealer price sold through Land Pride dealers

Sold online and fits: Titan Standard Series 60 HP Post Hole Digger, $1,099.97

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Land Pride PD15 Post Hole Digger

161 lb (frame only) · Cat 1

  • Horsepower Land Pride rates it for 20–40 tractor HP. The 1023E has 21 engine HP.
  • 3-point hitch The implement is Category 1. John Deere lists the 1023E hitch as Category 1 limited, so confirm the lower link spacing with the dealer before buying.
  • Lift capacity It weighs 161 lb plus the auger. The 1023E lifts 758 lb 24 in behind the lift points.
  • PTO It runs on a 540 rpm PTO. The 1023E has a 540 rpm rear PTO.

Dealer price sold through Land Pride dealers

Sold online and fits: Titan Standard Series 60 HP Post Hole Digger, $1,099.97

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Woods PD25.20 Post Hole Digger

177 lb (frame only) · Cat 1

  • Horsepower Woods rates it for 15–25 PTO HP. The 1023E has 16 PTO HP.
  • 3-point hitch The implement is Category 1. John Deere lists the 1023E hitch as Category 1 limited, so confirm the lower link spacing with the dealer before buying.
  • Lift capacity It weighs 177 lb plus the auger. The 1023E lifts 758 lb 24 in behind the lift points.
  • PTO It runs on a 540 rpm PTO. The 1023E has a 540 rpm rear PTO.

Dealer price sold through Woods dealers

Sold online and fits: Titan Standard Series 60 HP Post Hole Digger, $1,099.97

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Not a fit

Post Hole Diggers the 1023E Can’t Run

These are outside the 1023E’s published specs. The reason is listed on each one.

Doesn't fit

Titan Pro Series Post Hole Digger

282 lb (frame only) · Cat 1

  • Horsepower Titan Attachments rates it for 25–60 tractor HP. The 1023E has 21 engine HP, below the minimum.
  • 3-point hitch The implement is Category 1. John Deere lists the 1023E hitch as Category 1 limited, so confirm the lower link spacing with the dealer before buying.
  • Lift capacity It weighs 282 lb plus the auger. The 1023E lifts 758 lb 24 in behind the lift points.
  • PTO It runs on a 540 rpm PTO. The 1023E has a 540 rpm rear PTO.
  • Hydraulics Needs 1 rear remote (hydraulic ram). John Deere: deere.com spec lists 'Number of Rear SCVs: 3' with no standard/optional split; brochure lists no rear SCVs and offers Power Beyond kits as accessories.

$1,534.97 lowest listed, PalletForks.com

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Doesn't fit

Woods PD35.30 Post Hole Digger

178 lb (frame only) · Cat 1

  • Horsepower Woods rates it for 20–35 PTO HP. The 1023E has 16 PTO HP, below the minimum.
  • 3-point hitch The implement is Category 1. John Deere lists the 1023E hitch as Category 1 limited, so confirm the lower link spacing with the dealer before buying.
  • Lift capacity It weighs 178 lb plus the auger. The 1023E lifts 758 lb 24 in behind the lift points.
  • PTO It runs on a 540 rpm PTO. The 1023E has a 540 rpm rear PTO.

Dealer price sold through Woods dealers

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The numbers used

1023E Specs Used to Check Post Hole Diggers

Engine HP21 hp [1]
PTO HP16 hp [1]
3-point hitchCategory 1 limited [1]
Lift at the lift pointsNot published
Lift 24 in behind the lift points758 lb [1]
Rear PTO540 rpm [2]
Rear remotes, standardNot published

How the check works

Horsepower is checked against the range the implement maker publishes, using PTO HP or engine HP the way the maker states it. Weight is checked against the 3-point lift 24 in behind the lift points, where an implement's weight sits. Anything the maker does not publish is shown as unknown, not estimated.

All 1023E specs and sources →

Questions

1023E and Post Hole Diggers: Common Questions

What size post hole digger fits a John Deere 1023E?

By the published numbers, the 1023E handles post hole diggers listed below. The ones that don't fit fail on horsepower (2).

What should I check before putting a post hole digger on a John Deere 1023E?

The implement is Category 1. John Deere lists the 1023E hitch as Category 1 limited, so confirm the lower link spacing with the dealer before buying.

Is the John Deere 1023E heavy enough to lift a post hole digger?

John Deere rates the 1023E at 758 lb 24 in behind the lift points. The post hole diggers on this site weigh 120 to 282 lb.

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