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2.5T Excavator

diggermate mini excavator

The 2.5t Mini Excavator comes with 3 buckets and a ripper.

For slightly bigger domestic jobs, hiring our 2.5t mini excavator will get your job done much quicker. Its biggest bucket size is 1.4m wide, which will improve your efficiency in cleaning up the job site. The additional power of the 2.5t machine will also make shorter work of your major bucket jobs. The width of the machine is 1.49 wide, and has static tracks which do not expand or retract like the smaller machines. No ticket is required for this machine and we welcome first time users to hire from us.

The machine comes on an aluminium trailer with brakes and weighs 3.4t. You will need to check your vehicle rating to ensure your towing capacity exceeds the towing capacity of 3.4t with electric brakes. A brake control inside your vehicle is required to tow this machine; if you do not have this, we can deliver it to you by simply adding delivery to your booking and entering in your address. The trailer comes with a 7 pin flat plug.

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Model: Kubota U25-3
Width: 1.49m
Height: 2.4m
Comes with: 300mm & 450mm digging bucket, 1200mm mud bucket and ripper

Our 2.5T excavator hire package includes the excavator, a 300mm digging bucket, a 450mm digging bucket, a 1200mm 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 the 2.5T excavator is $339 daily. There are discounts for weekends and multi-day. Pricing may also vary from location to location. Check with your nearest locally-owned Diggermate location for more information.

In short, no, you do not need a specific excavator license to operate a 2.5T excavator. However, this does not mean you can use one without any preparation or qualifications. There are certain requirements you need to meet, which can vary depending on the type of project you are working on.

Hiring an Excavator for Your Backyard For non-commercial projects on private property, such as your home, you must present a valid car driver’s license.

Excavation Work on a Commercial Property In workplace settings, you might be required to complete a short course that covers the basics and safety procedures for operating excavators. While this may not result in a full license, it will provide you with a certificate that you can present to companies to demonstrate that you have received the necessary training to operate an excavator.

If you are unsure about your eligibility, please contact our team for assistance and guidance.

Yes, we offer wet hire options in our done-for-you services. Our wet hire operators are able to quickly and efficiently get any job done. Please let us know if you require this service when making your booking.

Our typical pickup and dropoff times are 630 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Please visit your local franchisee page for specific delivery and pickup options information. We can also deliver any machine to your site. Delivery fees depend on the location and distance.

Yes, safety is our top priority. We provide basic safety instructions with each hire and recommend wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while operating the excavator. You can learn more about how to operate our machines on our YouTube channel.

The 2.5T excavator comes on an aluminium trailer with brakes, and the total weight is 3.4t. Your vehicle must have a towing capacity that exceeds 3.4t with electric brakes. Additionally, a brake control system inside your vehicle is required to tow this machine. If you do not have a brake control system, some locations may offer a wireless brake control system adaptor, or alternatively, we can deliver the excavator to you. Add delivery to your booking and provide your address. The trailer has a 7-pin flat plug, so ensure your vehicle is compatible.