Why Mobility Matters

A mobile base makes your shop more flexible and efficient. We offer two trusted lines of mobile bases:

• Grizzly Bear Crawl – Designed from years of customer feedback and rigorous testing for durability and smooth movement.
• Shop Fox – A proven favorite for over 20 years, widely used in shops across the country.

Before You Choose a Base

• Match the base to your machine’s size and weight for safe support.
• Some machines require an extension kit to increase the footprint—check the chart below.
• Mobile bases raise tool height by approximately ¾″ (without a base plate).

Important Notes:

• Extensions are not cross-compatible between brands.
• If your model isn’t listed, it likely requires floor mounting.

Quick Tips

• Use Ctrl + F to find your machine in the chart or jump to the list.
• Machines marked with an asterisk (*) need a base plate for added stability.

Drill Presses

Most drill presses should be mounted directly to the shop floor.
Some models can use a mobile base, but we strongly recommend adding a base plate for safety.
Any drill presses marked with an asterisk (*) in the chart require a base plate.

Compatible Mobile Bases by Machine Model

Below is the list of machines and their compatible mobile bases. If an extension is listed in the “Required Extension” column, you must purchase both the main base and the extension to accommodate your machine’s footprint.

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(Include columns: Machine Model | Bear Crawl Base | Required Extension | Shop Fox Base | Required Extension)

FAQ

Q: What if my machine isn’t listed?
A: It likely does not have a compatible mobile base and should be mounted directly to the floor.

Q: Will using a mobile base affect my machine’s height?
A: Yes, expect an increase of about ¾″ without a base plate.

Q: Can I mix extensions between brands?
A: No, extensions are not cross-compatible.

Next Steps

• Find your machine in the chart below (you can use ctrl+F to help you search).
• Confirm if an extension kit is required.
• Shop Mobile Bases or Contact Support if you need help choosing the right base.