Est. 1978 · Sittingbourne, Kent
Mini Digger Hire in Sittingbourne, Kent
Rapid Plant & Tool Hire supplies micro excavators and mini excavators for hire across Sittingbourne and the surrounding Kent area. Whether you need a machine for a day's garden work or a week on a groundworks project, we can help.
Mini Diggers Available for Hire
We currently stock the following excavators and dumpers for hire. All machines are regularly serviced and supplied in safe working condition. Call us on 01795 423505 to check current availability.
Micro Excavator
Our smallest excavator, ideal for tight spaces, narrow gates and confined access. Suitable for garden work, drainage and trenching.
Mini Excavator 1.5T
A versatile 1.5-tonne machine well suited to residential groundworks, landscaping, foundations and shallow trenching.
1T Dumper
A 1-tonne dumper available alongside excavator hire for moving soil, spoil and aggregate around site.
What Mini Diggers Can Be Used For
Garden Excavation
Removing soil, old tree stumps, roots and hard surfaces for new landscaping, turf or planting.
Drainage & Trenching
Digging drainage runs, soakaway trenches, pipe runs and service trenches across gardens and sites.
Foundations
Digging out for garden buildings, extensions, small structures and footings.
Driveway Preparation
Stripping out existing surfaces and excavating for new sub-bases before laying block paving or tarmac.
Pond & Water Features
Excavating ponds, water feature areas and bog gardens with precision.
Groundworks & Siteworks
General site preparation, ground levelling and spoil removal on construction sites.
Concrete & Surface Breaking
With the correct attachment, mini excavators can assist in breaking up concrete slabs and hard surfaces.
Post & Pile Holes
Digging post holes for fencing, decking posts and structural pillars.
Demolition Clearance
Moving rubble, demolition waste and heavy materials around site using the bucket.
Choosing the Right Mini Digger
If you're not sure which machine is right for your job, give us a call and we'll talk it through. As a rough guide:
Micro Excavator
Best for very confined spaces, narrow access, residential gardens and anywhere a standard mini digger won't fit.
Mini Excavator 1.5T
Good all-rounder for residential groundworks, garden projects, drainage and landscaping. Fits through most standard gates.
Access Width & Restricted Access
Access is one of the most important things to think about before hiring a mini digger. Gates, pathways, fences and low obstacles can all affect which machine will work on your site.
Our micro excavator is specifically designed for tight access and will pass through considerably narrower openings than a standard 1.5T machine. If you have a restricted access situation, call us before booking and we can advise on the most suitable machine.
When you call, it helps to have a rough idea of your gate or access width so we can confirm whether the machine you need will fit.
Delivery in Sittingbourne & Surrounding Kent Areas
We deliver mini diggers and excavators to sites across Sittingbourne and the surrounding Kent area. Delivery is available on qualifying orders — call us to confirm your location and arrange a delivery time.
Hire Periods
We offer flexible hire periods to suit your project. Whether you need a machine for a single day or an extended period, we'll work with you to arrange a hire term that makes sense.
Trade & DIY Hire
We hire mini diggers to trade professionals and private DIY customers. Whether you're a groundworker, landscaper, building contractor or homeowner, you're welcome to hire from us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a licence or CPCS card to hire a mini digger?
Can you deliver the mini digger to my site?
How far in advance do I need to book?
What size gate does the micro excavator fit through?
Can I collect the mini digger instead of having it delivered?
Are the machines covered for damage during hire?
Do you hire dumpers to go alongside the excavator?
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38 Vicarage Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 2BL · Mon–Fri 07:30–17:30, Sat 07:30–12:00