Digger (wheeled) hire
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Digger (wheeled) details
Compact Wheeled Excavator Hire (8T) – Versatile Urban Performer
We aggregate 8T diesel wheeled excavators from reliable UK partners for jobs needing good power in tighter or urban environments. These offer a nice mix of mobility on roads/hard surfaces and solid digging capability, without the ground damage of tracks.
Units come with stabilisers for secure working, quick-hitch buckets, and comfortable cabs – ideal when you want to hop between locations quickly.
Key Benefits
- Road-legal mobility for fast site-to-site moves
- Easy sourcing and delivery across the UK
- Strong digging force without track marks
- Good stability when stabilisers are down
- Cost-effective for medium-duty tasks
Perfect for utility contractors, highway maintenance, or urban groundwork where speed on tarmac matters.
Mid-Size Wheeled Excavator Hire (10T) – Road-Ready Workhorse
Sourced from our UK hire partners, 10T diesel wheeled excavators provide a step up in power and reach while keeping excellent on-road mobility. Great for jobs that involve frequent moves between hard surfaces or sites, with strong performance once stabilised.
They include outriggers, quick-hitch, and cab comfort for productive days.
Key Benefits
- Balanced power with fast road travel
- No track damage on finished surfaces
- High productivity for medium sites
- Comfortable for longer hires
- Easy attachment swaps
Perfect for contractors on roadworks, utilities, or urban projects needing mobility.
Large Wheeled Excavator Hire (13T) – High-Reach Road Machine
We offer 13T diesel wheeled excavators from trusted UK partners for bigger jobs that still benefit from on-road travel. These provide excellent dump height and lift for loading high-sided wagons, with solid digging power once stabilised.
Full kits include outriggers, quick-hitch, and comfortable cabs.
Key Benefits
- High lift and reach for wagon loading
- Fast movement between sites
- Powerful performance on hard ground
- Comfort for extended work
- UK-wide availability
Perfect for infrastructure, road contractors, or sites with finished access.
Heavy-Duty Wheeled Excavator Hire (18T) – Maximum Road Capability
The top end of our wheeled range, these 18T diesel excavators from UK partners deliver massive power, reach, and lift for large-scale road or commercial work while staying mobile on tarmac.
Reinforced for heavy duty, with outriggers and quick-hitch.
Key Benefits
- Top power for bulk and deep work
- Road-legal for fast relocation
- Superior stability when deployed
- Comfortable long-shift cab
- Nationwide hire support
Perfect for major road contractors or large urban projects.
Technical Specifications
Diesel-powered with wheeled chassis, outriggers for stability, and hydraulics suited to frequent repositioning.
Typical Specifications (based on common models like Hitachi ZX85 wheeled variants or similar 8T class)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight | 8–9 tonnes |
| Max Dig Depth | 4.5–5.0 m |
| Width (overall) | 2.5–2.6 m |
| Max Dump Height | 4.8–5.2 m |
| Engine Power | 55–70 hp diesel |
| Bucket Capacity (standard) | 0.3–0.4 m³ |
| Travel Speed (road) | Up to 35 km/h |
Construction Features
- Wheeled undercarriage with industrial tyres
- Stabilisers/outriggers for working stability
- Quick-hitch bucket system
- Spacious cab with good visibility
- Reinforced frame for road use
Safety Standards
Compliant with UK plant and road regulations, ROPS/FOPS cab protection, and fully inspected/certified before hire.
Technical Specifications
Robust diesel with wheeled axles, stabilisers, and hydraulics for versatile use.
Typical Specifications (based on common models like Wacker Neuson EW100 or Takeuchi TB295W)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight | 9.5–10.3 tonnes |
| Max Dig Depth | 4.8–5.5 m |
| Width (overall) | 2.5–2.6 m |
| Max Dump Height | 5.0–5.5 m |
| Engine Power | 70–100 hp diesel |
| Bucket Capacity | 0.4–0.6 m³ |
| Travel Speed (road) | Up to 35–40 km/h |
Construction Features
- Industrial wheeled chassis
- Stabilisers for secure digging
- Quick-hitch compatibility
- Ergonomic cab setup
- Durable axles and tyres
Safety Standards
Meets UK road and plant standards, ROPS/FOPS, and pre-hire certified.
Technical Specifications
High-power diesel, reinforced wheeled chassis, and advanced hydraulics.
Typical Specifications (based on common models like Volvo EWR130E or similar 13T class)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight | 12.9–14.4 tonnes |
| Max Dig Depth | 5.5–6.0 m |
| Width (overall) | 2.6–2.8 m |
| Max Dump Height | 6.0–6.5 m |
| Engine Power | 100–130 hp diesel |
| Bucket Capacity | 0.5–0.8 m³ |
| Travel Speed (road) | Up to 35 km/h |
Construction Features
- Heavy-duty wheeled axles
- Stabilisers/outriggers
- Quick-hitch system
- Spacious cab
- Reinforced frame
Safety Standards
Compliant with UK regs, ROPS/FOPS, and certified.
Technical Specifications
High-end diesel, reinforced wheeled chassis, powerful hydraulics.
Typical Specifications (based on common models like CASE WX160E or JCB JS160W)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight | 18–19 tonnes |
| Max Dig Depth | 5.8–6.5 m |
| Width (overall) | 2.7–3.0 m |
| Max Dump Height | 6.5–7.2 m |
| Engine Power | 130–170 hp diesel |
| Bucket Capacity | 0.7–1.2 m³ |
| Travel Speed (road) | Up to 35–40 km/h |
Construction Features
- Industrial heavy-duty wheels/axles
- Stabilisers for secure operation
- Quick-hitch attachment
- Advanced cab design
- Robust structure
Safety Standards
UK-compliant with ROPS/FOPS, monitoring, certified.
Product Features
Fast travel and easy repositioning make them efficient on sites with hard access or multiple locations.
Key Features
- Road-mobile diesel design
- High breakout on hard ground
- Stabiliser stability
- Attachment versatility
- Reliable hire performance
Applications
- Urban utility trenching
- Highway verge maintenance
- Roadside digging/loading
- Site prep on tarmac/hardstanding
- Light demolition support
Product Features
Road speeds and stability make them efficient for spread-out or urban sites.
Key Features
- Mobile diesel mid-size
- Strong reach and force
- Road-friendly design
- Attachment options
- Proven in hire
Applications
- Road and highway maintenance
- Utility installations on streets
- Loading on hardstanding
- Urban site clearance
- Drainage work in towns
Product Features
High dump and productivity for road-based loading/digging.
Key Features
- Large wheeled diesel
- High dump/lift
- Road mobility
- Attachment support
- Reliable on big jobs
Applications
- Highway loading and excavation
- Infrastructure drainage
- Bulk material on roads
- Urban heavy groundwork
- Roadside utilities
Product Features
High productivity for road-based bulk work.
Key Features
- Heavy-duty wheeled power
- Massive reach/lift
- Road mobility advantage
- Attachment versatility
- Proven on major sites
Applications
- Major roadworks excavation
- Large infrastructure loading
- Deep utility installation
- Heavy material handling
- Commercial urban projects
Please note: This product description and specification is based on the model most widely stocked across our network of partner stores. Alternative brands of equivalent specification may be supplied based on location and availability.
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