Mini Excavators for Rent

United Rentals offers a large variety of mini excavator rentals for your various jobs. Mini excavators are ideal for loading, dumping or trenching on a muddy, compact jobsite. Get these exclusive online rates by renting through our website or app.

For our full list of mini excavators, view the items below, and for further information about our fleet of mini excavators for rent, visit our resource section.

White and black Bobcat Mini Excavator
Cat Class Code
907-0029

2,300-2,500 lb. Mini Excavator

  • Operating weight of 2,300-2,500 lbs., depending on model
  • 10-11 horsepower, depending on model
  • Maximum dig depth of 5-6 ft., depending on model
  • 6 in. bucket with teeth
  • Uses: Ideal for light-duty trenching and excavating in environments where space is limited, such as small building foundations
White and red Takeuchi mini excavator
Cat Class Code
907-0034

2,400-4,200 lb. Mini Excavator, Hybrid

  • Operating weight of 2,400-4,200 lbs., depending on model
  • Hybrid: Electric or diesel powered
  • Maximum dig depth of 5-7 ft., depending on model
  • 6 in. bucket with teeth
  • Uses: Ideal for light-duty trenching and excavating in environments where space is limited, such as small building foundations
Red, white and gray TAKEUCHI 3,000-3,999 lb. Mini Excavator, Zero Tail Swing
Cat Class Code
907-0035

3,700-3,900 lb. Mini Excavator

  • Operating weight of 3,700-3,900 lbs., depending on model
  • 15-16 horsepower, depending on model
  • Maximum dig depth of 7 ft.
  • 6 in. bucket with teeth
  • Uses: Ideal for light-duty trenching and excavating in environments where space is limited, such as small building foundations
White, red and gray TAKEUCHI 4,000-5,000 lb. Mini Excavator, Zero Tail Swing
Cat Class Code
907-0045

4,200-4,900 lb. Mini Excavator

  • Operating weight of 4,200-4,900 lbs., depending on model
  • 19-23 horsepower, depending on model
  • Maximum dig depth of 8 ft., depending on model
  • 9 in. bucket with teeth
  • Uses: Ideal for light-duty trenching and excavating in environments where space is limited, such as small building foundations
Red, white and black 4,200 lb. electric Mini Excavator
Cat Class Code
907-0046

4,200 lb. Mini Excavator, Electric

  • Operating weight of up to 4,200 lbs., depending on model
  • Electric powered
  • Maximum dig depth of 7-9 ft., depending on model
  • 9 in. bucket with teeth
  • Uses: Ideal for electric-powered trenching and excavation in confined spaces or for light-duty projects
Black and white BOBCAT Mini Excavator with Reduced Tail Swing
Cat Class Code
907-0062

6,300-6,400 lb. Mini Excavator

  • Operating weight of 6,300-6,400 lbs., depending on model
  • 21-24 horsepower, depending on model
  • Maximum dig depth of 9 ft.
  • 18 in. bucket with teeth
  • Uses: Ideal for light-duty trenching and excavating in environments where space is limited, such as small building foundations
Yellow and black John Deere mini excavator
Cat Class Code
907-0068

6,800-7,400 lb. Mini Excavator

  • Operating weight of 6,800-7,400 lbs., depending on model
  • 23-24 horsepower, depending on model
  • Maximum dig depth of 9-10 ft., depending on model
  • 18 in. bucket with teeth
  • Uses: Ideal for light-duty trenching and excavating in environments where space is limited, such as small building foundations
Orange, gray and black HITACHI 7,000-10,000 lb. Mini Excavator, Zero Tail Swing
Cat Class Code
907-0075

7,400-8,500 lb. Mini Excavator

  • Operating weight of 7,400-8,500 lbs., depending on model
  • 24-35 horsepower, depending on model
  • Maximum dig depth of 10-11 ft., depending on model
  • 24 in. bucket with teeth
  • Uses: Ideal for light-duty trenching and excavating in environments where space is limited, such as small building foundations
White, red and gray TAKEUCHI 10,000-12,000 lb. Mini Excavator
Cat Class Code
907-0100

10,500-12,000 lb. Mini Excavator

  • Operating weight of 10,500-12,000 lbs., depending on model
  • 29-47 horsepower, depending on model
  • Maximum dig depth of 11-12 ft., depending on model
  • 24 in. bucket with teeth
  • Uses: Ideal for light-duty trenching and excavating in environments where space is limited, such as small building foundations
White, red and gray TAKEUCHI 12,000-14,000 lb. Mini Excavator, Reduced Tail Swing
Cat Class Code
907-0111

10,500-13,400 lb. Mini Excavator, Reduced Tail Swing

  • Operating weight of 10,500-13,400 lbs., depending on model
  • Reduced tail swing
  • Maximum dig depth of 11-13 ft., depending on model
  • 24 in. bucket with teeth
  • Uses: Ideal for light-duty trenching and excavating in environments where space is limited, such as small building foundations
Red and white Takeuchi Mini Excavator with Reduced Tail Swing
Cat Class Code
907-0114

14,800-18,600 lb. Mini Excavator

  • Operating weight of 14,800-18,600 lbs., depending on model
  • 56-69 horsepower, depending on model
  • Maximum dig depth of 13-15 ft., depending on model
  • 24 in. bucket with teeth
  • Uses: Ideal for light-duty trenching and excavating in environments where space is limited, such as small building foundations
Resources

FAQs About Mini Excavators

Excavators and their smaller siblings, mini excavators, are powerful earthmoving machines used for a variety of tasks. Whether you’re renting a small track hoe for a landscaping project or operating a 40,000-pound machine on a jobsite, you may need a refresher on how to operate an excavator. This Project Uptime article outlines the controls and the basics of how to drive and park an excavator or mini excavator and use it to dig and backfill.

Our mini excavators are excellent for precision excavations as they combine the compact size of a backhoe with the heavy-duty tracks and 360-degree swing of an excavator. United Rentals has mini excavators for rent in a broad range of sizes and capabilities. Our smallest 2,000-pound mini excavator is ideal for jobsites with weight restrictions, and our largest 18,000-pound mini excavator can dig swimming pools, utility trenches and more. You can expect to find mini excavators from trusted manufacturers like Bobcat and Takeuchi among our rental fleet. For more information on mini excavators, visit our FAQs section below.

How much does a mini excavator weigh?

Our fleet of mini excavators is organized by operating weight. Our smallest compact excavator has an operating weight of 2,000 lbs., and our largest has an operating weight of up to 18,000 lbs. By comparison, our smallest standard-size excavator weighs from 18,000 to 19,000 lbs. depending on model.

How wide is a mini excavator?

The width depends on the model of the mini excavator. Smaller compact excavators start at 3 feet wide, and larger models can be about 7 feet wide. This does not include the articulating arm as it is swinging. For compact jobsites, look for models with zero tail swing. Measure your jobsite and ensure you will have enough space for a mini excavator to move around comfortably and safely.

Can a mini excavator remove tree stumps?

Operators have used mini excavators for all sorts of landscaping and clearing jobs, including stump removal. Before choosing a mini excavator, consider how large and tough the tree is and how deep the roots go. It is important to choose a compact excavator that has the power and lift to remove the stump without damaging the equipment. United Rentals also offers thumb attachments for our mini excavators that can assist in stump removal. Consult your local United Rentals representative for detailed information on power and lift requirements. Learn about the many uses of mini excavators in our Project Uptime article, What Is a Mini Excavator Used For?

 

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