Hornet

Post Driver Series

Drives fence posts, t-posts, sign posts, median dividers, pipe fence, tent stakes, and railroad ties with ease.
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900
Strikes Per Minute
1,150
ft.-lb. Energy Class
42,432
lb. Impact Force

Drive like a pro even on your own

Quick and powerful post driver that utilizes jackhammer style power cell that offers controlled high-speed performance. The hydraulic grapple allows one person to pick up, load, and drive posts, making the Hornet an all-in-one driving solution.

The model T7 drives T-posts up to 7 inch diameter posts/pipes with 500-900 strikes/minute and compares to the 750 ft.-lb. energy class. The model T8-RR drives T-posts up to 8 inch diameter posts/pipes (it can also drive railroad ties with optional RR tie driving tool) at 400-800 strikes/minute and compares to the 1,150 ft.-lb. energy class. 

Hornet post drivers come standard with a flow control valve, allowing the post driver to run on vehicles with hydraulic flows up to 30 GPM. Tool-less quick change feature makes swapping driving tools without hammer or punch a breeze. An additional weight kit lets operators fine-tune driver weight to match vehicle operating capacity which can increase driving speed up to 50% faster than base unit. 

 

FeaturesGroundbreaking

Grapple

Grapple option can be added to any model for a true one-person operation. The grapple option will allow the operator to grab the post (not including t-posts) off the ground, load it into the Hornet, and drive it in the ground without leaving the vehicle seat.

Weight Kit Option

Adds up to 616 lb. to the Hornet's weight which reduces vibration and allows for more efficient driving. Includes 14 ballast plates so you can fine tune the weight of the post driver to match the operating capacity of the vehicle which can increase driving speed up to 50% faster than base unit. 

Tool-less Driving Tool Quick Change

Tool-less quick change makes swapping driving tools without hammer or punch a breeze. Comes standard with a domed driving tool. Flat driving tools and flat railroad tie driving tools (T8-RR only) may be purchased separately.  Driving tools are made thicker and stronger than those of our competitors. This helps to prevent downtime and increase productivity.

Flow Control Valve

Unlike most of our competitors, our flow control valve allows the Hornet to run on vehicles with hydraulic flow up to 30 GPM, including high-flow vehicles, without excessive wear on the power cell. 

Post Holder Tie Down

Post holder with tie down locations for transporting post/pipe when needed. 

Hornet Drivers include:

Nitrogen cylinder

Nitrogen gas charging kit

Post pulling chain (can also be used as a plumb bob and depth gauge)

Hornet post driver

Options and Specifications

Hornet Model Type
Postdriver Grapple Options
Postdriver Weight Options
How to Buy
Part ID: 214050 - Hornet T7 Post Driver
  • Post Dimensions (inches)

    T-post to 7"

  • Energy Class

    750 ft.-lb.

  • Maximum Strikes per Minute

    900

  • Overall Length (inches)

    27"

  • Overall Width (inches)

    45.75"

  • Overall Height (inches)

    46"

  • Machine Weight

    1,340 lb.

  • Hydraulic Requirements

    2,000 - 3,500 PSI; 10 - 30 GPM

  • Driving Tool Inside Diameter (inches)

    7.27"

  • Driving Tool Shaft Diameter (inches)

    2.7"

  • Mount

    Skid-Steer Quick Attach & Excavator** (not for front-end loaders). 

    **For information, contact [email protected]

  • Excavator Weight*

    9,000 lb. and over

     

*Do not exceed the rated operating capacity of your vehicle. The addition of a Hornet adds up to 1,600 lb. of additional weight. Verify that the vehicle has sufficient lifting capacity, in each of the different vehicle positions. On Hornets with a grapple, the post weight will need to be considered as additional weight for lifting capacity considerations.

Part ID: 214050L - Hornet T7 Loaded
  • Post Dimensions (inches)

    T-post to 7"

  • Energy Class

    750 ft.-lb.

  • Maximum Strikes per Minute

    900

  • Overall Length (inches)

    27"

  • Overall Width (inches)

    45.75"

  • Overall Height (inches)

    46"

  • Machine Weight

    1,956 lb.

  • Hydraulic Requirements

    2,000 - 3,500 PSI; 10 - 30 GPM

  • Driving Tool Inside Diameter (inches)

    7.27"

  • Driving Tool Shaft Diameter (inches)

    2.7"

  • Mount

    Skid-Steer Quick Attach & Excavator** (not for front-end loaders). 

    **For information, contact [email protected]

  • Excavator Weight*

    9,000 lb. and over 

     

*Do not exceed the rated operating capacity of your vehicle. The addition of a Hornet adds up to 1,600 lb. of additional weight. Verify that the vehicle has sufficient lifting capacity, in each of the different vehicle positions. On Hornets with a grapple, the post weight will need to be considered as additional weight for lifting capacity considerations.

Part ID: 214051 - Hornet T7 with Grapple
  • Post Dimensions (inches)

    T-post to 7"

  • Energy Class

    750 ft.-lb.

  • Maximum Strikes per Minute

    900

  • Overall Length (inches)

    29.2"

  • Overall Width (inches)

    45.75"

  • Overall Height (inches)

    48.8"

  • Machine Weight

    1,465 lb.

  • Hydraulic Requirements

    2,000 - 3,500 PSI; 10 - 30 GPM

  • Driving Tool Inside Diameter (inches)

    7.27"

  • Driving Tool Shaft Diameter (inches)

    2.7"

  • Mount

    Skid-Steer Quick Attach & Excavator** (not for front-end loaders). 

    **For information, contact [email protected]

  • Excavator Weight*

    9,000 lb. and over

     

*Do not exceed the rated operating capacity of your vehicle. The addition of a Hornet adds up to 1,600 lb. of additional weight. Verify that the vehicle has sufficient lifting capacity, in each of the different vehicle positions. On Hornets with a grapple, the post weight will need to be considered as additional weight for lifting capacity considerations.

Part ID: 214051L - Hornet T7 with Grapple Loaded
  • Post Dimensions (inches)

    T-post to 7"

  • Energy Class

    750 ft.-lb.

  • Maximum Strikes per Minute

    900

  • Overall Length (inches)

    29.2"

  • Overall Width (inches)

    45.75"

  • Overall Height (inches)

    48.8"

  • Machine Weight

    2,081 lb.

  • Hydraulic Requirements

    2,000 - 3,500 PSI; 10 - 30 GPM

  • Driving Tool Inside Diameter (inches)

    7.27"

  • Driving Tool Shaft Diameter (inches)

    2.7"

  • Mount

    Skid-Steer Quick Attach & Excavator** (not for front-end loaders). 

    **For information, contact [email protected]

  • Excavator Weight*

    9,000 lb. and over

     

*Do not exceed the rated operating capacity of your vehicle. The addition of a Hornet adds up to 1,600 lb. of additional weight. Verify that the vehicle has sufficient lifting capacity, in each of the different vehicle positions. On Hornets with a grapple, the post weight will need to be considered as additional weight for lifting capacity considerations.

Part ID: 214100 - Hornet T8-RR Post Driver
  • Post Dimensions (inches)

    T-post to 8" (RR tie with optional RR tie driving tool PN 196074R)

  • Energy Class

    1,150 ft.-lb.

  • Maximum Strikes per Minute

    800

  • Overall Length (inches)

    27.4"

  • Overall Width (inches)

    45.75"

  • Overall Height (inches)

    52.8"

  • Machine Weight

    1,565 lb.

  • Hydraulic Requirements

    2,200 - 3,500 PSI; 13 - 30 GPM

  • Driving Tool Inside Diameter (inches)

    8.27"

  • Driving Tool Shaft Diameter (inches)

    3"

  • Mount

    Skid-Steer Quick Attach & Excavator** (not for front-end loaders). 

    **For information, contact [email protected]

  • Excavator Weight*

    13,500 lb. and over

     

*Do not exceed the rated operating capacity of your vehicle. The addition of a Hornet adds up to 1,600 lb. of additional weight. Verify that the vehicle has sufficient lifting capacity, in each of the different vehicle positions. On Hornets with a grapple, the post weight will need to be considered as additional weight for lifting capacity considerations.

Part ID: 214100L - Hornet T8-RR Loaded
  • Post Dimensions (inches)

    T-post to 8" (RR tie with optional RR tie driving tool PN 196074R)

  • Energy Class

    1,150 ft.-lb.

  • Maximum Strikes per Minute

    800

  • Overall Length (inches)

    27.4"

  • Overall Width (inches)

    45.75"

  • Overall Height (inches)

    52.8"

  • Machine Weight

    2,181 lb.

  • Hydraulic Requirements

    2,200 - 3,500 PSI; 13 - 30 GPM

  • Driving Tool Inside Diameter (inches)

    8.27"

  • Driving Tool Shaft Diameter (inches)

    3"

  • Mount

    Skid-Steer Quick Attach & Excavator** (not for front-end loaders). 

    **For information, contact [email protected]

  • Excavator Weight*

    13,500 lb. and over
     

*Do not exceed the rated operating capacity of your vehicle. The addition of a Hornet adds up to 1,600 lb. of additional weight. Verify that the vehicle has sufficient lifting capacity, in each of the different vehicle positions. On Hornets with a grapple, the post weight will need to be considered as additional weight for lifting capacity considerations.

Part ID: 214101 - Hornet T8-RR with Grapple
  • Post Dimensions (inches)

    T-post to 8" (RR tie with optional RR tie driving tool PN 196074R)

  • Energy Class

    1,150 ft.-lb.

  • Maximum Strikes per Minute

    800

  • Overall Length (inches)

    29.4"

  • Overall Width (inches)

    45.75"

  • Overall Height (inches)

    56.3"

  • Machine Weight

    1,690 lb.

  • Hydraulic Requirements

    2,200 - 3,500 PSI; 13 - 30 GPM

  • Driving Tool Inside Diameter (inches)

    8.27"

  • Driving Tool Shaft Diameter (inches)

    3"

  • Mount

    Skid-Steer Quick Attach & Excavator** (not for front-end loaders). 

    **For information, contact [email protected]

  • Excavator Weight*

    13,500 lb. and over

     

*Do not exceed the rated operating capacity of your vehicle. The addition of a Hornet adds up to 1,600 lb. of additional weight. Verify that the vehicle has sufficient lifting capacity, in each of the different vehicle positions. On Hornets with a grapple, the post weight will need to be considered as additional weight for lifting capacity considerations.

Part ID: 214101L - Hornet T8-RR with Grapple Loaded
  • Post Dimensions (inches)

    T-post to 8" (RR tie with optional RR tie driving tool PN 196074R)

  • Energy Class

    1,150 ft.-lb.

  • Maximum Strikes per Minute

    800

  • Overall Length (inches)

    29.4"

  • Overall Width (inches)

    45.75"

  • Overall Height (inches)

    56.3"

  • Machine Weight

    2,306 lb.

  • Hydraulic Requirements

    2,200 - 3,500 PSI; 13 - 30 GPM

  • Driving Tool Inside Diameter (inches)

    8.27"

  • Driving Tool Shaft Diameter (inches)

    3"

  • Mount

    Skid-Steer Quick Attach & Excavator** (not for front-end loaders). 

    **For information, contact [email protected]

  • Excavator Weight*

    13,500 lb. and over*

     

*Do not exceed the rated operating capacity of your vehicle. The addition of a Hornet adds up to 1,600 lb. of additional weight. Verify that the vehicle has sufficient lifting capacity, in each of the different vehicle positions. On Hornets with a grapple, the post weight will need to be considered as additional weight for lifting capacity considerations.

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