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Diesel tracked excavator (3T) hire
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Description
Compact Midi Excavator Hire (3T) – The Sweet Spot for Punchy Performance on Medium-Sized Sites
Ready to dig deeper, faster, and smarter? Our 3-tonne tracked midi excavators are the perfect middle child of the digger world – packing more muscle than a mini while staying nimble enough to squeeze into most back gardens, driveways, and urban sites. Whether you're a ground worker tackling drainage, a builder laying foundations, or a landscaper carving out that dream pond or patio, these machines bring serious efficiency without the hassle of oversized gear.
Why a 3T Midi Excavator is Your Project's New Best Mate
These compact powerhouses sit right in that sweet spot: deeper reach (often 2.6–4.6m depending on the model), better stability on uneven ground, and enough grunt to shift serious material – all while being easy to transport and operate on restricted access sites.
Typical capabilities include:
- Strong digging depth and reach for trenches, footings, and site levelling
- Solid lifting capacity (around 500–1400kg depending on position) for loading skips, moving materials, or placing kerbs
- Versatile quick-hitch system so you can swap buckets, breakers, augers, or grabs in minutes
- Rubber or steel tracks for excellent traction and low ground pressure – kind on lawns and finished surfaces
Operators love the comfortable, modern cabs with great visibility, which means fewer aches after a long day and higher productivity all round.
Real-World Wins for Your Builds and Landscapes
- Site clearance & groundwork: Blast through rubble, strip topsoil, or prep for extensions quicker than with smaller machines.
- Drainage & utilities: Dig precise, deeper trenches for pipes, cables, or soakaways without tearing up the whole site.
- Foundations & landscaping: Create level bases, dig ponds, or shape gardens with confidence and control.
- Versatile all-rounder: From residential extensions and driveway installs to light demolition and material handling, one machine handles the lot.
Tracked diggers are part of our plant hire range.
Specification
Technical Specifications
Heavy-duty diesel engines with reinforced undercarriage and strong hydraulics. Designed for everyday hire on medium sites.
Typical Specifications (based on common models like Kubota KX030-4)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight | ~2.8–3.0 tonnes |
| Max Dig Depth | 2.87–3.0 m |
| Width (tracks) | 1.4–1.5 m |
| Max Dump Height | ~3.0–3.2 m |
| Engine Power | 18–24 hp diesel |
| Bucket Capacity (standard) | 0.1–0.2 m³ |
Construction Features
- Robust tracked chassis
- Extendable boom and arm
- Quick-hitch compatibility
- Ergonomic operator station
- Reinforced components
Safety Standards
Compliant with UK plant regulations, ROPS/FOPS protection options, and full pre-hire inspection/certification.
Features
Product Features Strong hydraulics and good visibility make them efficient for all-day work on varied terrain.
Key Features
- Balanced midi excavator design
- High breakout force
- Stable on uneven ground
- Fast cycle times
- Reliable from trusted suppliers
Applications
- Site clearance and bulk moving
- Foundation and drainage work
- Medium landscaping projects
- Demolition preparation
- Utility installations
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The difference
What hiring tools should feel like
Traditional hire companies require trade accounts, credit checks, and depot visits. We don't.
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|---|---|---|
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