Dig depth, material volume and site access decide which excavator class fits your job. This guide walks through all three, with a quick reference table from 1.7-tonne minis to 30-tonne crawlers and tips on the attachments worth adding.
The headline day rate is only part of the cost. Learn how daily, weekly and monthly terms compare, how to factor in transport and idle time, and a simple four-step method for choosing the most economical option.
A ten-minute walk-around catches most problems before they become breakdowns or incidents. Use this checklist covering the machine, fluids, cab controls, the working area and how to record and report defects.