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Earthmoving Equipment Guide

An earthmover is a type of heavy equipment vehicle made to dig, push, or transport topsoil, rocks, muck, sand, and other kinds of earthen materials. Different machines are used to do different jobs. Finding the right machine for your project will result in a higher profit margin for your company because site efficiency will improve and production will increase. Equipmentrentalpros.com brings you the information needed to choose the best earthmoving equipment for your project at an affordable rate.

Types of Earthmoving Equipment

When choosing the type of earthmoving equipment you need, think about what you plan to do with the machine. Do you need to break ground, transport large amounts of earth, dig a trench, or place rocks in a landscape with precision? Do you need to move soil across a wide expanse of land?

Find the correct type of equipment for your next project:

Bulldozers

A bulldozer is a large tractor used to push vast amount of materials. The bulldozer has tracks instead of wheels for extra traction on job sites. On the back of the dozer is a ripper. The ripper can tear through hard surfaces such as rocky ground, asphalt, and concrete. The front of the bulldozer has a wide blade used to push earth.

Backhoes

A backhoe is a tractor which has an arm and digging bucket on one end. At the other end of the tractor is sometimes a larger loading bucket—then the machine is called a backhoe loader. Backhoes are used to break through the ground and scoop up the dirt. Backhoes are used on construction sites, road work projects, and farms for excavation.

Wheel and Track Loaders

A large tractor on heavy duty wheels with an attached loading bucket is called a wheel loader. Alternatively, the same machine with tracks instead of wheels is a track loader. Wheel and track loaders can move very large amounts of sand, rock, soil, and even snow incredibly quickly. They can also load materials from the ground onto a conveyor, dump truck, or other receptacle. These loaders are useful in any situation where excavated materials need to be relocated.

Excavators

An excavator’s main purpose is to dig. The housing of the machine sits on tracks and has an arm with a large bucket or claw at the end. Excavators are used to quickly dig foundations or large trenches in the ground. There are also mini versions of the excavator for smaller jobs such as digging ponds or streams.

Tractors

While most earthmoving machines are built onto a tractor housing, a standard tractor is simply a heavy bodied machine on large wheels used for pulling or pushing attachments in farming or on construction sites.

Skidsteers

A skidsteer is used in many industries. This machine has a small body, the ability to move quickly in tight spaces, and enough rugged power for digging, scraping, and loading. The skidsteer is a wheeled or tracked machine with a cab and two arms that accept various attachments. It is commonly used to move small to medium material loads, hollow out narrow trenches, and dig post holes. It is also useful for smaller excavation projects.

Trenchers

The purpose of a trencher is to remove a deep, narrow section of earth. Trenchers come in a wide array of sizes, from large machines capable of digging very large ditches, to units that can dig a trench narrow enough for cable installation. The machines have a wheel or chain which cuts through the earth while pushing materials out and away from the excavated area.

Top 3 Manufacturers of Earthmoving Equipment

There are many companies that produce earthmoving equipment. It is not always easy to know which brand of equipment to choose. Long-standing popularity of a particular brand is usually an indicator of a trusted, quality machine. Ranked according to sales numbers, these three equipment manufacturers stand out from the crowd:

  • Caterpillar - Caterpillar has spent decades producing heavy machinery for construction and industrial purposes. The company combines innovation and sustainability with proven production and world class values. The company maintains a strong research and development team to continue meeting the needs of customers. Cat produces a large line of earthmoving equipment including backhoes, dozers, excavators, skidsteers, tractors for construction site prep, track loaders, and wheel loaders.
  • Komatsu - Established in 1921, Komatsu focuses on providing the equipment world with machines that deliver value, increase efficiency, and amplify reliability. The company is able to concentrate on the advancement of current technology while providing earthmoving equipment that is kinder to our environmental resources. The earthmoving equipment line from Komatsu features wheel loaders, dozers, and excavators. The line includes products with Intelligent Machine Control technology, which integrates improved production and precision technology.
  • Volvo - Since 1832, Volvo has been producing equipment to meet the needs of those in the construction industry. The company takes engineering initiative to a new level and, more than 180 years later, still continues to manufacture machines that excel. Volvo’s growing fleet of earthmoving equipment is comprised of backhoes, excavators, skid steers, and wheel loaders.

Rental Rates for Earthmoving Equipment

Earthmoving equipment maximizes your job site productivity. Rental rates are reasonable for heavy equipment when compared to the price of leasing or purchasing, particularly when you consider the cost of maintenance, storage, and transporting the leased ort owned machines. By renting earthmoving equipment, you can obtain the exact type of machine needed on each project. Compare rental rates on common earthmoving equipment rentals to find the machine that will help you complete your project while staying on budget.

TypeDailyWeeklyMonthly
Bulldozer, 70 hp $442 $1326 $3302
Bulldozer, 97 hp $606 $1818 $4536
Backhoe, Mini with 4WD and 8’ 3” Digging Depth $231 $693 $1731
Backhoe, Large with 4WD and 16’ 1” Digging Depth $328 $984 $2418
Wheel Loader, 1 yard $287 $861 $2142
Wheel Loader, 3 yard $547 $1641 $4082
Excavator, Mini – 6,000 lb $240 $720 $1790
Excavator, Large – 85,000 lb $826 $2478 $6156
Tractor, 25 hp $169 507 $1264
Tractor, 75 hp $291 $873 $2190
Skidsteer, Wheeled – 1350 lb $207 $621 $1547
Skidsteer, Tracked – 3,000 lb $401 1203 $3006
Trencher, Walk-Behind, 13 hp $126 $378 $906
Trencher, Ride-On, 49 hp $332 $996 $2442

Earthmoving equipment can accomplish a lot of work in a short amount of time. Improve your bottom line by using the type of earthmoving equipment suited to each aspect of the job at hand. Time saved on the job is time you can use to take on more projects. Equipmentrentalpros.com is your source for earthmoving equipment rental information.

How Much Does a Earthmover Rental Cost?

Earthmover Rental costs depend on rental duration, features and options needed, your location and availability. Request a quote for exact earthmover rental rates.

250 Lbs. Skidsteer
250 Lbs. Skidsteer
$199
Daily
$475
Weekly
$1,200
Monthly
1,350 Lbs. Skidsteer
1,350 Lbs. Skidsteer
$205
Daily
$655
Weekly
$1,530
Monthly
700 Lbs. Skidsteer
700 Lbs. Skidsteer
$210
Daily
$625
Weekly
$1,400
Monthly
750 Lbs. Skidsteer
750 Lbs. Skidsteer
$221
Daily
$533
Weekly
$1,333
Monthly
10-59 HP Backhoe Loader
10-59 HP Backhoe Loader
$225
Daily
$750
Weekly
$2,400
Monthly
1,500 Lbs. Skidsteer
1,500 Lbs. Skidsteer
$225
Daily
$710
Weekly
$1,710
Monthly
1,250 Lbs. Skidsteer
1,250 Lbs. Skidsteer
$236
Daily
$640
Weekly
$1,600
Monthly
60-90 HP Backhoe Loader
60-90 HP Backhoe Loader
$250
Daily
$899
Weekly
$2,599
Monthly
1,750 Lbs. Skidsteer
1,750 Lbs. Skidsteer
$275
Daily
$995
Weekly
$2,100
Monthly
40 HP Bulldozer
40 HP Bulldozer
$275
Daily
$1,050
Weekly
$3,199
Monthly
2,000 Lbs. Mini Excavator
2,000 Lbs. Mini Excavator
$286
Daily
$767
Weekly
$1,933
Monthly
105 HP Bulldozer
105 HP Bulldozer
$299
Daily
$1,550
Weekly
$4,425
Monthly
3,500 Lbs. Mini Excavator
3,500 Lbs. Mini Excavator
$321
Daily
$793
Weekly
$2,033
Monthly
91-105 HP Backhoe Loader
91-105 HP Backhoe Loader
$325
Daily
$999
Weekly
$2,800
Monthly
80 HP Bulldozer
80 HP Bulldozer
$325
Daily
$1,250
Weekly
$3,799
Monthly
1,300 Lbs. Track Skidsteer
1,300 Lbs. Track Skidsteer
$340
Daily
$845
Weekly
$2,525
Monthly
2,400 Lbs. Skidsteer
2,400 Lbs. Skidsteer
$345
Daily
$1,030
Weekly
$3,100
Monthly
1,900 Lbs. Track Skidsteer
1,900 Lbs. Track Skidsteer
$350
Daily
$1,300
Weekly
$2,600
Monthly
150 HP Bulldozer
150 HP Bulldozer
$355
Daily
$1,455
Weekly
$4,499
Monthly
6,000 Lbs. Mini Excavator
6,000 Lbs. Mini Excavator
$357
Daily
$807
Weekly
$2,127
Monthly
1,900 Lbs. Skidsteer
1,900 Lbs. Skidsteer
$357
Daily
$793
Weekly
$2,127
Monthly
2,000 Lbs. Skidsteer
2,000 Lbs. Skidsteer
$369
Daily
$825
Weekly
$2,295
Monthly
7,500 Lbs. Mini Excavator
7,500 Lbs. Mini Excavator
$375
Daily
$927
Weekly
$2,333
Monthly
2,500 Lbs. Skidsteer
2,500 Lbs. Skidsteer
$379
Daily
$927
Weekly
$2,367
Monthly
90 HP Bulldozer
90 HP Bulldozer
$385
Daily
$1,475
Weekly
$4,350
Monthly
175 HP Bulldozer
175 HP Bulldozer
$395
Daily
$1,575
Weekly
$4,750
Monthly
2,750 Lbs. Skidsteer
2,750 Lbs. Skidsteer
$399
Daily
$975
Weekly
$2,399
Monthly
9,500 Lbs. Mini Excavator
9,500 Lbs. Mini Excavator
$421
Daily
$949
Weekly
$2,393
Monthly
11,000 Lbs. Mini Excavator
11,000 Lbs. Mini Excavator
$436
Daily
$1,120
Weekly
$2,560
Monthly
105+ HP Backhoe Loader
105+ HP Backhoe Loader
$450
Daily
$1,250
Weekly
$3,300
Monthly
200 HP Bulldozer
200 HP Bulldozer
$499
Daily
$1,699
Weekly
$5,750
Monthly
16,000 Lbs. Mini Excavator
16,000 Lbs. Mini Excavator
$550
Daily
$1,300
Weekly
$3,133
Monthly
25,000 Lbs. Excavator
25,000 Lbs. Excavator
$571
Daily
$1,375
Weekly
$3,433
Monthly
3,000 Lbs. Track Skidsteer
3,000 Lbs. Track Skidsteer
$575
Daily
$1,700
Weekly
$4,300
Monthly
30,000 Lbs. Excavator
30,000 Lbs. Excavator
$743
Daily
$2,045
Weekly
$4,733
Monthly
35,000 Lbs. Excavator
35,000 Lbs. Excavator
$800
Daily
$2,073
Weekly
$5,047
Monthly
40,000 Lbs. Excavator
40,000 Lbs. Excavator
$825
Daily
$2,085
Weekly
$5,200
Monthly
45,000 Lbs. Excavator
45,000 Lbs. Excavator
$850
Daily
$2,100
Weekly
$5,327
Monthly
50,000 Lbs. Excavator
50,000 Lbs. Excavator
$875
Daily
$3,320
Weekly
$7,000
Monthly
330 HP Bulldozer
330 HP Bulldozer
$955
Daily
$3,845
Weekly
$10,999
Monthly