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Micro Excavator

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The 1T Micro Excavator comes with 2 buckets and a ripper.

Diggermate micro excavator hire is a cost-effective solution for your short-term projects. Our micro excavator’s are the smallest excavator in our fleet. It comes in at only 780mm wide; with the roll bar down, it can fit through a regular doorway. Although it’s small, its digging power is phenomenal, making it the ultimate tight access weapon. If you have a very tiny space or a small job and you want to be delicate on the ground, this is the machine for you

This machine comes with an aluminium trailer with brakes, and weighs 1.9T. You will need to check your vehicle rating to ensure your towing capacity exceeds the towing capacity of 2t with brakes. A brake control inside your vehicle is not required. The trailer comes with a 7 pin flat plug.

Why Hire a Micro Excavator from Diggermate?

  • Ideal for Tight Spaces: Compact and easy to manoeuvre, perfect for micro excavations
    in restricted areas like backyards or narrow driveways.
  • Versatile Attachments: Includes 2 buckets (300mm and 450mm) and a ripper for
    multiple project types, from trenching to digging.
  • Efficiency & Cost-Effective: Hire a micro excavator with flexible day and weekend
    rates—ideal for both DIY and professional tradie use.
  • Convenient Booking & Delivery Options: Online booking with delivery or convenient
    Pick-up from your local branch.

Key Features

  • Compact Size: At only 780mm wide, the 1T Micro Excavator can access areas that larger machines cannot.
  • Powerful Performance: Despite its size, this micro excavator delivers impressive digging power.
  • User-Friendly: The micro excavator is designed for easy operation, ensuring that even first-time users can handle it with confidence.
  • Trailer Included: Transporting the micro excavator is hassle-free thanks to the included aluminium trailer with brakes. Just ensure your vehicle has the appropriate towing capacity.

Licencing and Operating Requirements

  • Simple Licensing: Most users can operate the 1T micro excavator with a regular
    driver’s licence—check local branch for specific requirements.
  • Training for Beginners: We offer basic operational briefings for first-time users to
    ensure safe and effective use.

Applications for Micro Excavators

  • Small Landscaping Projects: Dig garden beds, clear land, or perform trenching for
    utilities.
  • Home Renovations: Perfect for digging foundations or small demolition jobs.
  • Construction & Plumbing: Ideal for digging in tight spaces for plumbing or electrical
    projects.

Why Choose Diggermate for Micro Excavator Hire?

  • Local Support Across Australia & NZ: Diggermate’s nationwide presence ensures easy
    access to micro excavator rentals when and where you need them
  • Reliable Equipment: Our micro excavators are serviced regularly to ensure high
    performance and safety.
  • No Hidden Fees: Our simple, transparent pricing includes delivery, making it easy to
    budget for your project.

Other Equipment and Machine Dry and Wet Hire Options

In addition to tipper trucks, Diggermate also offers other machine and equipment dry and
wet hire services. Other machines from our fleet that you might be interested in:

  • 2.5T Excavator Hire: Hire our powerful 2.5t mini excavator—perfect for bigger domestic
    jobs, easy to use, no licence needed, and available for delivery if you can’t tow
  • 3.4t.Bobcat Hire: Hire a powerful, compact skid steer from Diggermate—ideal for digging,
    grading, landscaping, and saving time on a wide range of projects.
  • Scissor Lift Hire: Diggermate offers reliable scissor and boom lift hire—perfect for safe,
    elevated access on construction or maintenance jobs.
  • Wet Hire Services: Don’t want to DIY? Don’t worry, Diggermate has you covered. Lean
    on our expertise for your next job on our Done for You page.

Our machines are well-maintained and ready to tackle your project requirements, providing
you with reliable performance and efficiency. Alternatively, check out our main Equipment
Hire page.

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Min width: 780mm
Min Height: 1.3m
Max Digging Depth: 1.7m
Comes with: 300mm & 450mm digging bucket, 800mm mud bucket, and ripper

A micro excavator is perfect for small-scale digging, such as trenching, landscaping, and
micro excavations in tight spaces.

Our micro excavator hire package includes the micro excavator, a 300mm digging bucket, a 450mm digging bucket, an 800mm mud bucket, and a ripper. Additional attachments such as augers, post hole diggers, sleep grabs, spreader bars, rock grabs and smaller buckets are available upon request.

Our national base rate for a 1T micro excavator is $219 daily. There are discounts for weekends and multi-day rates available. Pricing may also vary from location to location. Check with your nearest locally-owned Diggermate location for more information.

No, you do not need a specific license to operate a micro excavator. However, we recommend having some basic knowledge or experience in operating such machinery. It’s best to confirm with your local Diggermate branch for specific requirements.

Yes, we offer wet-hire operators who can quickly and efficiently get the job done. Check out our Done-For-You section for more information.

Yes, Diggermate offers flexible hire periods, including full-day, and weekend rates.

Yes, you can either pick up the micro excavator from a local branch or opt for delivery to your
site.

Our typical pickup and dropoff times are 6:30 am and 6:30 pm. For specific information on delivery and pickup options, please visit your local franchisee page. We also offer delivery services to most locations, with fees depending on the location and distance.

The micro excavator comes on an aluminum trailer with brakes, and the total weight is 1.9T. Your vehicle must have a towing capacity that exceeds this weight. The trailer is equipped with a 7-pin flat plug, so ensure your vehicle is compatible.

Our micro excavator has the following specifications:

  • Operating Weight: 1 ton
  • Minimum Width: 780mm
  • Minimum Height: 1.3m
  • Maximum Digging Depth: 1.7m

The 1T micro excavator comes with 2 buckets (300mm and 450mm) and a ripper, making it
versatile for a variety of tasks.

Yes, the 1T micro excavator is perfect for small-scale landscaping projects, such as digging
garden beds and clearing land.

We recommend a basic briefing for first-time users to ensure safe operation. Always follow
safety guidelines provided by Diggermate.