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Sydney's Top-Rated Mini Excavator Hire

Mini Excavator Hire Sydney

Dry hire from $200/day. Choose from our fleet of 0.8T, 1.7T, and 3.5T Yanmar machines. Next-day delivery across Sydney & NSW. No hidden fees.

Choose Your Machine

Not sure which size you need? Here's a quick comparison of our three most popular excavators.

0.8T Mini Excavator

Yanmar SV08

$200/day
Delivery & Collection$110
Max Dig Depth1,800mm

Best for: Tight access, landscaping, small residential jobs

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1.7T Mini Excavator

Yanmar ViO17

$205/day
Delivery & Collection$110
Max Dig Depth2,500mm

Best for: Landscaping, pool digging, trenching, earthworks

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3.5T Excavator

Yanmar ViO35-7

$325/day
Delivery & Collection$150
Max Dig Depth3,400mm

Best for: Bulk earthworks, site prep, demolition, civil

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Why Sydney Chooses BuildHire

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Next-Day Delivery

Book before 12pm for next-day on-site arrival across Sydney.

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Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees. The price you see is the price you pay.

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Well-Maintained Fleet

Low-hour Yanmar machines serviced to the highest standards.

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24/7 Support

Round-the-clock support if anything comes up on site.

Sydney Delivery Areas

We deliver mini excavators across all of Greater Sydney and NSW. Standard delivery & collection from $110 within the Sydney metro area.

Sydney CBD
Eastern Suburbs
Inner West
North Shore
Northern Beaches
Western Sydney
Hills District
South West Sydney
Parramatta
Blacktown
Penrith
Liverpool
Sutherland Shire
Cronulla
Manly
Chatswood

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does mini excavator hire cost in Sydney? +

Mini excavator hire in Sydney starts from $200/day for a 0.8T machine, $205/day for a 1.7T, and $325/day for a 3.5T. All prices include GST. Delivery & collection is charged separately from $110.

What size mini excavator do I need? +

For tight access residential work (landscaping, small trenches, pool digging), a 0.8T or 1.7T is ideal. For heavier earthworks, site preparation, or deeper digging, a 3.5T is recommended. Call 1300 157 882 and our team will help you choose.

Do I need a licence to operate a mini excavator in NSW? +

No licence is required to operate a mini excavator under 10 tonnes on private property in NSW. On a registered worksite, a High Risk Work Licence (HRWL) may be required.

How quickly can BuildHire deliver in Sydney? +

We offer next-day delivery for bookings placed before 12pm. Same-day delivery may be available — call 1300 157 882 to check availability.

What areas of Sydney does BuildHire deliver to? +

BuildHire delivers across all of Greater Sydney including the CBD, Eastern Suburbs, Inner West, North Shore, Northern Beaches, Western Sydney, Hills District, and beyond. We also deliver NSW-wide.

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