Why You Should Consider Mini Excavator Hire

Why You Should Consider Mini Excavator Hire

If you’re looking for a versatile bit of machinery that can be used in a plethora of scenarios on-site, you won’t want to look any further than a mini excavator. There are a whole heap of reasons to consider hiring a mini excavator, and thankfully you don’t have to look far to get one with Tiger Plant. We have a wide selection of mini diggers available for hire, all with slightly different characteristics which will be suited to different jobs.

The beauty of mini excavators is they are small enough in size that they can be used in the same scenarios as micro diggers, but they also pack enough punch to match the midi excavators we have available here at Tiger Plant. Continue reading to find out why you should consider hiring a mini excavator for your next job.

Can I Do My Next Job With a Mini Excavator?

Once you’ve assessed your next job and the machinery you may need to get it done, you can then begin to think about whether the mini excavator is the one for you. If you’re in the business of landscaping or dealing with restricted sites or even single plots, the mini excavator is right for you.

How Big is a Mini Excavator?

While these machines may look too small to use for a lot of jobs, you would be surprised what they can achieve. For example, one of the most popular mini’s available for hire at Tiger Plant is the Kubota U17. The U17 is a great example of small and mighty, with excellent reach and digging depth you will be hard-pressed to find something more versatile that offers as much as the Kubota.

With an overall width of 1240mm, but with an added feature of retracting to under a meter wide, the Kubota U17 is the ideal option for getting machinery down a side gate or into an area with restricted access. This is a common size for a mini excavator, so you can rest assured that our fleet is suited to this type of job.

Do I Need an Operator For a Mini Excavator?

With Tiger Plant Mini Excavators, you do not require a trained operator. This being said however, we can offer any of our customers the option to hire a trained operator if they are not as confident at the wheel of a mini excavator. Due to their small size, anyone can hire one and utilise all the benefits.

If you’re looking to hire an operator as well as a piece of machinery, please get in touch with us and we will help you get the job done!

Explore the Plant Hire Options You Have at Tiger Plant

If you’ve got a job in the Swindon/Wiltshire area and require some machinery, look no further than Tiger Plant. We have a vast fleet of machinery, ranging from excavators, dumpers and rollers as well as much more. We also have a selection of machinery available for purchase, for those looking for longer-term solutions.

If you have any questions regarding any of Tiger Plant’s fleet or the hiring process, please consult the FAQ page. If you are still searching for the answer to your question, please do not hesitate to contact us.


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