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Diesel wheeled excavator (18T) hire
From £106.66/day
(inc VAT)
Price per day when you hire for a week or longer
Everything you need to know about Diesel wheeled excavator (18T) hire
Description
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.
Wheeled diggers are part of our plant hire range.
Specification
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.
Features
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
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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.
| You want to... | Elsewhere | Here |
|---|---|---|
| Book online, pay now | Trade account required | Instant checkout |
| Hire as a one-off | Credit applications | Anyone welcome |
| DIY project? | "Call for quote" | Price on screen |
| Start today | 72+ hour account setup | Fast action hire |