About used mini excavators
Mini excavators dig trenches, break out and lift on sites where a full-size machine cannot get in. Size, tail swing and attachment choice decide what a machine can actually do on your job.
Typical range
- Operating weights from about 1 t to 9 t
- Quick hitch with bucket, breaker and thumb options
- Zero or reduced tail swing options
What we confirm before we match you
We check these on the phone so suppliers quote for the job you actually have, then send it to no more than three of them.
- Site access and gate widths
- Depth and type of digging
- Duration and transport
Common questions
Do I need a licence to hire a mini excavator?
Not for use on site. If it has to travel on the road, registration and insurance apply, and the operator needs competent-machine training.
Other ways to get a mini excavator
Get quotes for Northampton
One phone-checked enquiry, sent to no more than four suppliers covering Northampton. Free and no obligation.