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PDX-1000 Excavator Post Driver Attachment | Eterra Reviews

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Eterra PDX-1000 Excavator Breaker Style Post Driver Attachment
Description
The Eterra PDX-1000 Excavator Post Driver is designed for powerful and precise post installation, delivering 1,000 ft-lbs of impact force per strike to drive posts quickly and securely in challenging ground conditions. Using a nitrogen-charged power cell, compressed by the excavator’s hydraulics, the PDX-1000 ensures consistent force with minimal recoil, making it an efficient and reliable choice for fencing, road signs, and structural posts. Unlike skid steer-mounted drivers, this excavator model offers greater reach and maneuverability, allowing operators to place posts over obstacles and work on uneven terrain. A heavy-duty housing with rubber isolators absorbs vibration, protecting both the machine and operator from excess strain.
Operators can choose between two driver head options:
Flat Driver Head – Ideal for larger surface contact, distributing force evenly across the post.
Domed Driver Head – Designed for more focused impact, driving posts deeper with increased precision.
Additionally, an optional 5 ft. breaker spike is available for pre-driving holes or breaking through tough underground obstructions like rock or concrete. The post guide housing system securely holds 2", 4", 6", and 8" posts, while the guide housing can be removed for posts over 9 inches, allowing the driver head to make direct contact for maximum force application. Constructed from high-tensile strength tool steel, the PDX-1000 is built to withstand constant impact on wood, steel, and composite posts, making it a dependable choice for excavator-mounted post driving.
Features
1,000 ft-lbs of Impact Force 
Nitrogen-Charged Power Cell – Converts hydraulic energy into consistent striking force
Heavy-Duty Housing with Rubber Isolators – Reduces vibration and protects machine components
Two Driver Head Options – Choose between:
Flat Driver Head – Even force distribution for larger posts
Domed Driver Head – Focused impact for deeper penetration
Interchangeable Post Guides – Fits 2", 4", 6", and 8" posts securely
Removable Guide Housing – Allows direct driver contact for posts over 9"
Optional 5 ft. Breaker Spike – Pre-drives holes or breaks through underground obstructions
High-Tensile Strength Tool Steel – Built to withstand repeated impact on wood, steel, and composite posts
What's Included?
PDX-1000 Post Driver Attachment
Excavator coupler (Select machine type)
(4) Post Guide Housing (2", 4", 6", 8")
Hydraulic hoses
Flat faced couplers
Owner's manual

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Roger Duheme
Verified Reviewer
We purchased this post pounder for our apple orchard. I remember asking Nate a couple times, "will it be powerful enough for my rocky soil?". Nates response was "yes, no problem!". I can confirm that it is more than powerful! It drives 5"-6" posts five feet down without an issue! I am very pleased with this pounder and it is built very strong! The staff is very friendly and they were always helpful with any questions i had. Highly recommended!
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Posted 5 years ago
Daniel Richie
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Item is working as advertised
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Posted 5 years ago
Daniel Richie
Verified Reviewer
Item is working as advertised
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Posted 5 years ago
Hey Daniel, Glad to hear the PDX-1000 Post Driver is getting the job done. We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review and would love to see any photos or video you might get of the attachment (please send via email!). Don't hesitate to call if you have questions or need anything else. Skid Steer Solutions
Posted 5 years ago
Scott Griffin
Verified Reviewer
Very Poor , Direction were the worst I have ever seen to install the Cab Glass. Nothing was supplied for the roof cover, Door side windows and no top piece ?? Heater came with no instructions, Where to you tie the two hoses to on the machine. No Instruction on the Wiper install. payed close to 2,000.00 dollars for part with very poor Installation instructions.
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Posted 5 years ago
Amazing! It goods faster than I can move track steer to drive post vertical. If anyone wants a demo in New England, send them up!
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Posted 8 years ago
Stan, thanks very much for the awesome review. We appreciate the feedback! We will for sure keep your offer on file and let you know if we get any folks interested in a demo, we greatly appreciate the offer! Please do let us know if there's anything else we can do to help in the future. Thanks again! -Kyle
Posted 8 years ago
Steve Kent, SS Kent Construction, San Jo
Verified Reviewer
I am on my second PD-550 driver. I have not found one that will out perform this unit. I have yet to find any ground that I cannot drive a 2 7/8 pipe in. We use this on a daily basis on a skidsteer or a mini loader. One time one of my guys knocked the nitrogen fill port off of the unit and skidsteer solutions customer service overnighted me a new port and detailed instructions for recharging unit and didn't charge me a dime!! Awesome product and Awesome customer service. Thank you!!
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Posted 10 years ago