Mini Excavator Hire Guides & Advice

Not sure what size mini excavator you need? Compare 1.7T, 2.5T, 3T and larger excavators by access, digging depth, reach…

What’s the difference between a micro excavator and a mini excavator? Compare access, size and capability and learn where each…

Will a mini excavator fit through your side gate? Learn what to measure, how much clearance you need and why…

A 1.7T mini excavator can handle far more than small garden jobs. See where this size works well, what attachments…

How deep can a 1.7T mini excavator dig? Learn the U17-3 maximum digging depth, why maximum depth is not always…

Choosing a mini excavator attachment starts with the job. Digging a narrow trench? Start with a narrow toothed bucket. Hard…

If you’re asking “how long does it take to dig a trench with a mini excavator?”, there isn’t one reliable…

A mini excavator fitted with an auger can make post-hole digging much faster. Learn how excavator augers work, which size…

A mini excavator can dig many types of clay and compacted ground, but conditions make a big difference. Learn when…

A mini excavator can handle many of the excavation tasks involved in a residential retaining wall. Learn how it can…

A mini excavator can remove many small and medium tree stumps, but stump size is only part of the story.…

A mini excavator advertised at $170 a day is not necessarily cheaper than one at $250 a day. By the…

Mini excavator dry hire vs wet hire: learn the difference, when dry hire can save money plus when paying for…

A practical guide to operating a mini excavator for dry hire, including licence, safety and handover considerations for Digger2Hire customers…

Yes, you can tow some mini excavators yourself – but only if your vehicle and complete towing setup are suitable…