Benefits of the Mini Excavator

Choosing the right size equipment for your project is crucial, and knowing whether you need a standard excavator or a mini excavator can sometimes be challenging. Being aware of some key differences between the standard and mini excavator will help you choose the perfect piece of equipment the first time around, which means money saved in the long run. In this post we will give you the benefits to using a mini excavator for your project.

Let's start with a few key characteristics of the mini excavator:

• Versatile: Mini excavators can be used with a variety of attachments, because of this, you can also use them for a wide range of jobs. When compared to the standard excavator, which is best suited for digging attachments and used when you've got an expansive area of dirt to move, the mini excavator wins in terms of versatility.
• Lighter & More Compact: Now this one might seem obvious given its name, but it's a big benefit of using a mini excavator. Due to it's smaller stature, the mini excavator cannot sustain the same weight load as a standard excavator. However, this makes it perfect for those jobsites that can't handle heavy equipment without causing major ground damage.
• Easy to Maneuver: Because of the smaller stature, mini excavators are also more agile. This means they are suited for jobs that require working in tight, harder to reach areas.
• Precision: Another area that the smaller size of a mini excavator gives it an advantage is precision. Some jobs require precise digging, and that's just easier to do with a mini excavator.

The above characteristics make a mini excavator the perfect piece of equipment for various jobs. A few of the most common uses are:

• Utility Line Repairs: The mini excavator is often the best machine for the job when compared to a standard excavator. This is due to the reduced size of the mini excavator, which makes it easier to maneuver the machine in small areas. Utility companies often rely on these small, but mighty, pieces of equipment due to the size of their jobsites.
• Digging Holes: Once again, the mini excavator is perfect for the job. When needing to dig holes in localized areas, the mini excavator makes for the perfect equipment to get the job done.
• Structural Demolition: Due to its small size, the mini excavator can get around efficiently and fit into tight spaces. This comes in handy for demolition on small, or large, structures.
• Water Feature Installation: Whether you're installing a water fountain, pool, or even a pond, the mini excavator will make a great fit for your needs. Thanks to this machines ability to be paired with various attachments, it's a great fit for residential or commercial landscaping projects.

Confident in your need for a mini excavator?

Whether you've read through this post and still have questions as to which piece of equipment is best for your project or you're confident that a mini excavator is the rental for you, KMC Equipment has what you need. With a rental team dedicated in customer service, we'll be sure to get you the equipment you're looking for at the best price. Give us a call at 979-778-3104 to discuss your rental needs or stop on by the Bryan location to see our rental inventory in person.