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Post Drivers | Spitfire Type-R Percussion Driver

Setting a New Benchmark in Percussion Post Driving Performance

The Spitfire Type-R is Kinghitter’s next-gen percussion-style hydraulic post driver, with a rigid mast. It has been designed and manufactured for operators who want more post-driving power on the fenceline.

Built on Kinghitter's 45 years of post-driver manufacturing expertise, the Spitfire Type-R combines a trusted rigid mast post-driver design with new percussion technology, an all-new post steering system, best-in-class angle tilts, and single-lever percussion cell operation to make your fencing faster, safer, and easier.

Whether you're an Australian farmer or a fencing contractor, the Spitfire Type-R gives you the ability to drive more posts, more accurately, with less effort, helping you take your fencing game to the next level.

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Standard Specifications | Spitfire Type-R V6

The Spitfire Type-R features a 3.0-metre 150UC rigid mast, allowing you to drive posts up to 2.6 metres (8.5 ft) in length. There are three percussion cell options; V6 (650 Joules), V8 (800 Joules), or V12 (1,200 Joules), so you can get a percussion cell that suits your impact force requirements. A 5-bank Italian valve bank controls all hydraulic functions, while the 25° hydraulic toplink and 25° side tilt give you precise post placement across steep and uneven terrain. Heavy-duty interchangeable guide rings handle timber, steel, and concrete posts across a wide range of post sizes.

Mast	3.0 m 150UC Rigid Mast
Max Post Height	2.6 m (8.5 ft)
Valve Bank	5+ Functions
Toplink Angle	25° Fore / Aft
Sidetilt Angle	25° Left / Right
Post Steering	Interchangeable HD Rings
Percussion Cells	V6, V8 or V12

Percussion Cell Options

Match the Spitfire Type-R Percussion cell to your tractor size and the type of work you're doing. Three percussion cell sizes available are:

	V6	V8	V12
Drive Oil Pressure	110–140 kg/cm²	120–150 kg/cm²	130–160 kg/cm²
Drive Oil Flow	40–70 l/min	50–90 l/min	60–100 l/min
Striking Frequency	500–900 bpm	400–800 bpm	400–800 bpm
Impact Energy	650 J	800 J	1,200 J

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The Post Steering System

The all-new post steering system is built to handle timber, steel, and concrete posts up to 2.6 m (8.5 ft) in length. Heavy-duty interchangeable guide rings swap in and out quickly to suit different post types and sizes — so you can switch between jobs without slowing down.

Need to drive oversize posts that don't fit the guide rings? The entire post steering system removes without tools, giving you a clean, unobstructed setup in seconds. Whatever post type and size you are running, the Spitfire Type-R is built to handle it.

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Easy Post Driver Control

As always, Kinghitter puts a premium on making the machines fast and easy to use. This all starts with the valve bank layout. It's fitted with a custom-built Italian hydraulic valve bank. It comes standard with a 5-bank valve, but this can be increased to 10+ valve functions depending on the base and accessories you pair this machine with. These valve functions are mounted horizontally, so you have easy access to the controls, and are also mounted on a pivoting stem so you can rotate the valve bank around to your desired work position.

The percussion cell is operated by 1 lever, thanks to the adjustable knob that lets you increase or decrease the amount of downforce that you have on the percussion cell.

Kinghitter’s 45+ years of post-driver manufacturing experience have been utilised in every aspect of the machine. Features like the adjustable nylon slides on the percussion cell mean the machine can be tightened up, even after years of use, increasing the machine's lifespan. Also, the ram shock absorbers mean less vibration from the percussion cell is transferred through to the rest of the machine. It’s the little things that add up to make a big difference.

Take A Closer Look:

The Adjustable Downforce Feature
Single Lever Percussion Cell Operation
The Adjustable Valve Bank Holder
The Adjustable Nylon Slides
The Ram Shock Absorbers
The Italian Valve Bank | Ultra Smooth

Why Kinghitter? | Trusted for Over 45 Years

Every Spitfire Type-R post driver is manufactured and assembled in Palmerston North, New Zealand, using premium components such as Italian valve banks and NZ-made hydraulic rams. Each unit is fully sandblasted, primed, and finished in a tough 2-pac coating to maximise paint life and long-term durability.

Every machine is backed by a 24-month peace-of-mind warranty and supported by a nationwide network of trusted dealers. Buying through your local Kinghitter dealer means more than just great service — it includes on-farm delivery, machine setup, trade-in and finance options, and the reassurance that help is close by whenever you need it. Dealers understand your local ground conditions and can guide you to the best setup for your region.

The Spitfire Type-R is available in a range of package options, with accessories to match.

From pack options to add-on accessories, there's a configuration to suit your requirements. Talk to our team and we'll send through full details on available packages and accessories for the Spitfire Type-R.

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Kinghitter In Action | Customer Testimonials

Explore stories from farmers and fencing contractors who use Kinghitter post drivers in real-world agricultural conditions. These experienced operators explain why Kinghitter machinery is their go-to solution for durability, safety, and performance.

In these testimonial videos, you'll hear firsthand how Kinghitter equipment like the Series 2i, Expander 2i, and the Terminator and Dominator Bases are improving on-farm efficiency and delivering long-term value. Our customers share their fencing setups and the key features that set Kinghitter post drivers apart from the rest.