Mini Digger Hire in Torquay
Mini diggers are the most popular hired plant equipment in the UK. Whether you are digging foundations, landscaping a garden or laying a driveway, there is a mini digger to suit your project. Compare mini digger hire companies in Torquay and across South West.
Mini Digger Hire Prices in Torquay
Mini digger hire prices in Torquay depend on the machine size. A micro digger (0.8-1t) costs £70-£120/day — these fit through standard garden gates. A 1.5 tonne mini digger costs £100-£160/day and handles most domestic projects. A 3 tonne digger costs £140-£200/day for larger excavation work. Weekly hire offers better value: expect to pay 3-4x the daily rate. Delivery costs £50-£120 each way depending on distance. Companies in Torquay usually offer free delivery within a set radius.
Choosing the Right Size
Micro diggers (under 1t) are perfect for tight access sites — they fit through 750mm wide gates and weigh under 1,000kg, so they are gentle on lawns. 1.5 tonne diggers are the sweet spot for most domestic work: driveways, extensions, ponds, and drainage. They dig to about 2.2m deep. 3 tonne diggers are more powerful and efficient for larger jobs but need wider access (1.5m+) and a solid surface to operate from. Always check the dig depth you need — micro diggers only reach about 1.5m.
Plant Hire Companies in Torquay
Olympus Plant and Tool Hire
OpenOlympus Business Park, 21 Kingsteignton Rd, Newton Abbot, TQ12 2SN, GB
Olympus Tool Hire based in Newton Abbot offer plant tool hire and sale throughout Devon including Paignton, Brixham, Torbay, South Hams, Exeter & Plymouth
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Marshall Plant Hire
OpenLower Mead Farm, Ashburton, Newton Abbot, TQ13 7LJ, GB
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Kingsbridge Hire & Garden Machinery
OpenUnits 4-7, Torr Quarry Industrial Estate, Torr Trade Park, Kingsbridge, Totnes, TQ9 7FA, GB
At Kingsbridge Hire & Garden Machinery we offer a range of high-quality tools ready to tackle any job.
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Digger Dumper
OpenBlue Waters Industrial Estate, Bovey Tracey, Newton Abbot, TQ13 9YF, GB
KJS Devon, trading as Digger Dumper, is a used plant trader. We have a large stock of used plant & machinery that we add to regularly.
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EAGLE PLANT Heathfield Cabins
OpenBattle Rd, Newton Abbot, TQ12 6GJ, GB
As a long established, well trusted Plant Hire company we offer a range of equipment & portable buildings for use by both trade and public.
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Eagle Plant Hire
OpenBattle Rd, Newton Abbot, TQ12 6RY, GB
As a long established, well trusted Plant Hire company we offer a range of equipment & portable buildings for use by both trade and public.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does mini digger hire cost in Torquay?
Mini digger hire in Torquay costs £70-£120/day for a micro digger, £100-£160/day for 1.5t, and £140-£200/day for 3t. Weekly rates offer better value.
Will a mini digger fit through my garden gate?
Micro diggers (under 1 tonne) are as narrow as 750mm and fit through most standard garden gates. 1.5t diggers need about 1 metre clearance.