The most important factor affecting the value of a machine in the 0.8 ton class is its ability to work in narrow spaces. The Kobelco SK008 can enter and work efficiently in even narrower passages than ever before. This new super-compact excavator is a dependable partner for work in residential areas where there are many space restrictions.
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Day Hire: $250
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Week Hire: $1,125
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Weekend Hire: $375
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Month Hire: $3,712
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Hourly Rate: $35.71
All prices exclude GST. An insurance excess reduction charge of 8% will be charged on total hire rate.-
This beast delivers excellent performance and is perfect for those tight spaces around commercial and residential work spaces. With its compact size and powerful Kubota diesel engine, this machine is perfect for a wide range of excavation and earthmoving tasks, from landscaping and trenching to foundation work and utility installation.
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Day Hire: $250
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Weekend Hire: $375
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Week Hire: $1,125
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Month Hire: $3,712
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Hourly Rate: $35.71
All prices exclude GST. An insurance excess reduction charge of 8% will be charged on total hire rate.
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Operating Weight: 1,150 kg
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Track Width: 1,020mm(extended), 750mm(retracted)
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Height: 2,190mm folds down to 1,475mm
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Tipping/Dumping Load Height: 2,120 mm
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Digging Depth: 1,755mm
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Ground pressure: 28.0 kPa
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Attachments available: Rock/Concrete Breaker and Auger available
Comes on trailer (vehicle will require 3.5t towing capacity)
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Yanmar vio17 is a top spec mini digger that ticks most of the boxes when it comes to commercial and residential jobs. Fits almost anywhere and operates efficiently in tight, narrow spaces. This mini excavator goes where larger machines can't, effortlessly working alongside walls or buildings. Despite its small size, it doesn't compromise on power.
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Day Hire: $250
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Week Hire: $1,125
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Weekend Hire: $375
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Month Hire: $3,712
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Hourly Rate: $35.71
All prices exclude GST. An insurance excess reduction charge of 8% will be charged on total hire rate.
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Operating Weight: 1,765kg
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Track Width: 1,280mm reduces down to 950mm
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Height: 2,320mm
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Dumping height: 2,620mm
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Digging Depth: 2,210mm
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Ground pressure: 29.1 kpa
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Attachments available: Rock / Concrete Breaker, Auger Unit, Grab Bucket, Ripper / Pick.
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Includes: Tilt Hitch (or bucket), trench bucket, Rock Bucket (With teeth)
Comes on trailer (vehicle will require 3.5t towing capacity)
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Kubota u17-3 sets the industry standard for mini diggers. You’ll gain access to 990mm gaps but still have the power you want, and the smooth performance you demand that will help you get the job done more efficiently and more productively.
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Day Hire: $250
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Week Hire: $1,125
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Weekend Hire: $375
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Month Hire: $3,712
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Hourly Rate: $35.71
All prices exclude GST. An insurance excess reduction charge of 8% will be charged on total hire rate.
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Operating Weight: 1730kg
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Track Width: 1240mm reduces down to 990mm
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Height: 2340mm
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Dumping height: 2440mm
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Digging Depth: 2310mm
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Ground pressure: 27 kpa
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Attachments available: Rock / Concrete Breaker, Auger Unit, Grab Bucket, Ripper / Pick.
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Includes: Tilt Hitch (or bucket), trench bucket, Rock Bucket (With teeth)
Comes on trailer (vehicle will require 3.5t towing capacity)
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MINI DIGGERS
Mini diggers are small, compact earthmoving equipment that you can use for digging and transporting materials, typically on a building or construction site. Because of their size, they are often referred to as compact or mini excavators.
They are used for smaller jobs that larger diggers cannot do and to move lightweight materials such as soil, sand, gravel, and other similar loose materials. The size of the bucket (cubic capacity) will determine what the mini digger can hold.
The larger the capacity, the more material it can hold in the bucket and the bigger the hole it can make when digging. Most mini diggers have only a single-engine. An average excavator has two engines in tandem, which drive each track through a gearbox and power take-off on each side of its body.
If you need a mini digger, you will find that we are experts at what we do. From our range of mini diggers for hire to other services like transport and delivery, you can find everything here. Plus, we have a large stock of mini diggers and excavators available for hire when you need them on a day rate or per-project basis. Whether you need to excavate a building site or dig into a new development, hire a mini digger from NZ Machine Hire for the job.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If you are planning a major construction project, such as building a house, you will need to clear the land. This is commonly done with mini diggers. But what else can these machines be used for?
Mini excavators are small versions of normal excavators that are used in construction work, for landscaping, and for other small-scale jobs when you don’t need a large machine. They have four-wheel drive and can cater to a wide range of jobs around your property. Depending on your needs, mini diggers can be hired or bought. And if you need to move them around, they have tracks instead of tyres—so no punctures!
With their small size, they can go places that bigger machines can’t, so they’re often used in tight areas where larger machines would get stuck. Because they’re compact, they’re also good at digging close to buildings or walls without damaging them. They’re popular with landscape gardeners who use them to dig features such as ponds and waterfalls. They are also handy when you want to move heavy items like boulders or when you need to lift things up-simply attach a lifting arm.
Whether you are digging a hole for the foundations of a new house or doing some hardcore landscaping work, renting a mini digger is the best solution.
Get in touch if you need help choosing a mini digger for your project!
If you're looking to hire a mini digger, you've come to the right place. NZ Machine Hire has been operating for years, and we have a great track record of providing the kinds of services that simply don't fail.
We pride ourselves on our dedication to customer service and ensuring that our customers enjoy their experience with us. We are renowned as the leading mini digger hire company in Auckland, New Zealand. We have the newest and highest-quality equipment in the industry, meaning better-performing machines and more uptime on site.
We continuously have new equipment coming into the fleet. If the equipment you need is not listed here, get in touch with us.
You do not need a licence to use a mini digger on residential or private worksites. If you intend or need to drive the digger on the road a driving licence will be required. If you intend to use it within a building site, you may be asked for proof of training or a certificate of competence.
Our smallest digger is the 800kg Kobelco Micro Digger.
Mini diggers tend to be easier to maneuver, especially around other objects and vehicles. Mini diggers can also move through crowded lots with ease. Because of their lighter weight, mini diggers are easy to load into trailers and transport to and from the job site.
We have Yanmar, Kubota, Kobelco, Takeuchi, Komatsu, CAT, and Bobcat mini diggers available for hire. All brands offer a vast range of earthmoving and construction equipment, including excavators, excavator attachments, telehandlers, wheel loaders, skid steer loaders, backhoes, and utility vehicles, as well as mini diggers and replacement parts.
Yanmar vio25 is the biggest mini digger in our fleet that can still be transported on a trailer. It is not only easy to operate but also efficient and cost-effective across various worksites. Despite its small size, this True Zero Tail Swing compact excavator offers both comfort and reliability, ensuring smooth operation in any environment.
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Day Hire: $310
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Week Hire: $1,395
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Weekend Hire: $465
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Month Hire: $4,603
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Hourly Rate: $44.29
All prices exclude GST. An insurance excess reduction charge of 8% will be charged on total hire rate.
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Operating Weight: 2,685kg
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Track Width: 1,500mm
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Height: 2,490mm
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Dumping height: 2,780mm
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Digging Depth: 2,950mm
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Ground pressure: 30.2 kpa
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Attachments available: Rock / Concrete Breaker, Auger Unit, Grab Bucket.
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Includes: Tilt Hitch (or bucket), trench bucket, Rock Bucket (With teeth)
Comes on trailer (vehicle will require 3.5t towing capacity)
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The Takeuchi Electric Excavator TB20e is an innovative compact excavator powered by a Lithium-Ion battery, offering zero-emission and low-noise operation. Its onboard charger extends uptime, while an offboard charger reduces downtime. Rugged design, long arm, and retractable undercarriage enhance versatility. It reduces carbon footprint and operating costs for eco-conscious customers.
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Day Hire: $550
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Week Hire: $2,475
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Weekend Hire: $825
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Month Hire: $8,167
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Hourly Rate: $78.57
All prices exclude GST. An insurance excess reduction charge of 8% will be charged on total hire rate.
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