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Old 02-11-2016, 05:27 PM
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Originally Posted by PlayDoh View Post
I would assume that the main difference between a 43 and a 73cc would be how quick they make the hole. If your planning on punching lots of holes in 2' of ice I would opt for the 73.

The only use I see for a 10" hole is 20+ lbs pike. I wouldn't get a 10" if I didn't already have an 8". I can't see Eskimo selling an auger that couldn't cut holes.
Big lakers and big pike are all you need a 10 in hole for.

43 cc might power out/slow down a bit compared to 73 but I am sure it would be fine. There are other brands like husqvarna that use even smaller motors with 10 in augers.
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